Gas cylinders imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported gas cylinders worth $16.3 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 42% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $11.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $19.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 1.8K t |
Where Morocco imports gas cylinders from
The largest suppliers were Portugal (35%), Italy (21%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $5.7M | 35% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 21% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 11% |
| France | $1.8M | 11% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 8.5% |
| China | $892K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $621K | 3.8% |
| United States | $254K | 1.6% |
| Czech Republic | $158K | 1% |
| India | $120K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.53 per kg, 65% above the world average of $3.36. 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.
Gas cylinders exports from Morocco
Exports of gas cylinders by Morocco reached $6.7 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Cote d'Ivoire (42%), Cameroon (31%), Mauritania (7%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.8M | 43% |
| Cameroon | $2.1M | 31% |
| Mauritania | $490K | 7.3% |
| France | $368K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $220K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $167K | 2.5% |
| Portugal | $156K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $113K | 1.7% |
| Russia | $86K | 1.3% |
| Senegal | $42K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco gas cylinders imports (HS 7311): 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 7311: Containers for compressed or liquefied gas, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of gas cylinders imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported gas cylinders worth $16.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply gas cylinders to Morocco?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by Italy (21%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 564% on the year.
What is the average import price of gas cylinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.53 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $3.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gas cylinders to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $16.3 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. The peak was 2020 at $19.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does Morocco also export gas cylinders?
Yes. Morocco exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon and Mauritania. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for gas cylinders?
The HS code for gas cylinders is heading 7311. In Morocco all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7311.00. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7311 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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