Ignition system imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ignition system by Morocco reached $136.3 million in 2024 (12.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 47% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $136.3M | 12.5K t |
| 2023 | $92.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2022 | $71.5M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $63.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $53.2M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $57.7M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $72.2M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $69.3M | 8.2K t |
Where Morocco imports ignition system from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $71.0M | 52% |
| Japan | $22.3M | 16% |
| Hungary | $22.1M | 16% |
| Turkey | $5.2M | 3.8% |
| China | $3.8M | 2.8% |
| India | $3.3M | 2.4% |
| Poland | $2.1M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 0.7% |
| Spain | $997K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $971K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8511
| 8511.50 | Engine alternators and generators | 55% |
| 8511.40 | Starter motors | 39% |
| 8511.10 | Spark plugs | 2.1% |
| 8511.90 | Ignition system parts | 1.7% |
| 8511.80 | Engine electrical components | 0.8% |
| 8511.30 | Ignition coils and distributors | 0.5% |
| 8511.20 | Ignition magnetos and flywheels | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8511.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.89 per kg, 38% below the world average of $17.60, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ignition system exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported ignition system worth $2.1 million (105 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.5M | 72% |
| Romania | $230K | 11% |
| Canada | $169K | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 1.7% |
| Mauritania | $24K | 1.1% |
| Senegal | $21K | 1% |
| Gabon | $19K | 0.9% |
| Portugal | $18K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $12K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco ignition system imports (HS 8511): 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 8511: Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported ignition system worth $136.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system to Morocco?
France was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($71.0 million), followed by Japan (16%) and Hungary (16%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.89 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $17.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ignition system to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $69.3 million in 2017 to $136.3 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $77.1 million a year.
Does Morocco also export ignition system?
Yes. Morocco exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Romania and Canada. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $134.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system?
The HS code for ignition system is heading 8511. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 8511.50 (55% of the value) and 8511.40 (39%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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