Industrial seaweed exports from Morocco: data, top buyers and prices
Morocco exported $8.8 million of industrial seaweed in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 119 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $11.4 million.
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 | $8.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $11.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 1.5K t |
Where Morocco exports industrial seaweed to
Most of it went to Japan (35%), Spain (34%), South Korea (17%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.1M | 35% |
| Spain | $3.0M | 34% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 17% |
| China | $582K | 6.6% |
| United States | $525K | 6% |
| Denmark | $78K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $50K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.69 per kg, 174% above the world average of $0.98. 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.
Industrial seaweed imports to Morocco
Imports of industrial seaweed by Morocco reached $317 thousand in 2024 (64 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (48%), Spain (35%), Chile (16%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $151K | 48% |
| Spain | $111K | 35% |
| Chile | $52K | 17% |
| Luxembourg | $1K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0.3% |
| United States | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco industrial seaweed exports (HS 1212.29): 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 1212.29: Seaweeds and other algae: not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial seaweed exported by Morocco?
Morocco exported industrial seaweed worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 119 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy industrial seaweed from Morocco?
Japan was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Spain (34%) and South Korea (17%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average export price of industrial seaweed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.69 per kg in 2024, 174% above the world average of $0.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of industrial seaweed from Morocco changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2019 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does Morocco also import industrial seaweed?
Yes. Morocco imported $317 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Spain and Chile. On balance Morocco is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial seaweed?
The HS code for industrial seaweed is subheading 1212.29. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1212 page.
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