Frozen squid and cuttlefish exports from Morocco: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Morocco exported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $407.9 million (54.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 115 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $407.9M | 54.2K t |
| 2023 | $458.8M | 59.0K t |
| 2022 | $317.3M | 39.6K t |
| 2021 | $424.5M | 58.9K t |
| 2020 | $318.3M | 56.3K t |
| 2019 | $265.6M | 41.0K t |
| 2018 | $198.5M | 25.8K t |
| 2017 | $265.4M | 37.7K t |
Where Morocco exports frozen squid and cuttlefish to
One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 66% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $270.1M | 66% |
| Italy | $117.7M | 29% |
| Greece | $6.5M | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $3.4M | 0.8% |
| Japan | $3.2M | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 0.5% |
| China | $807K | 0.2% |
| Slovenia | $564K | 0.1% |
| France | $515K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $389K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.52 per kg, 87% above the world average of $4.02. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen squid and cuttlefish imports to Morocco
In 2024, Morocco imported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $99.6 million (30.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Falkland Isds (Malvinas) accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+582% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $52.6M | 53% |
| Spain | $20.6M | 21% |
| China | $13.1M | 13% |
| Peru | $5.2M | 5.2% |
| Chile | $3.0M | 3% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 1.7% |
| United States | $579K | 0.6% |
| Yemen | $532K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $495K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $436K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco frozen squid and cuttlefish exports (HS 0307.43): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0307.43: Molluscs: cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, includes flours, meals, and pellets of molluscs, fit for human consumption, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen squid and cuttlefish exported by Morocco?
Morocco exported frozen squid and cuttlefish worth $407.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 54.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 115 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen squid and cuttlefish from Morocco?
Spain was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($270.1 million), followed by Italy (29%) and Greece (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen squid and cuttlefish per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.52 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of frozen squid and cuttlefish from Morocco changed since 2017?
Exports went from $265.4 million in 2017 to $407.9 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2023 at $458.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $332.0 million a year.
Does Morocco also import frozen squid and cuttlefish?
Yes. Morocco imported $99.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Falkland Isds (Malvinas), Spain and China. On balance Morocco is a net exporter of this product, by about $308.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen squid and cuttlefish?
The HS code for frozen squid and cuttlefish is subheading 0307.43. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0307 page.
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