Ink imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported ink worth $42.7 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 21% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $42.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $35.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $34.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $32.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $23.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $23.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $26.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $31.5M | 3.1K t |
Where Morocco imports ink from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (27%), France (16%), Spain (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $11.7M | 27% |
| France | $6.9M | 16% |
| Spain | $5.0M | 12% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 9.5% |
| Turkey | $3.2M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 3.8% |
| China | $1.6M | 3.8% |
| Sweden | $1.0M | 2.4% |
| United States | $847K | 2% |
Product types under HS 3215
| 3215.19 | Colored printing ink | 75% |
| 3215.11 | Black printing ink | 13% |
| 3215.90 | Writing and drawing ink | 12% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3215.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.96 per kg, 24% below the world average of $13.13, 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.
Ink exports from Morocco
Exports of ink by Morocco reached $913 thousand in 2024 (79 tonnes). Most of it went to Switzerland (27%), Cameroon (26%), Senegal (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $242K | 27% |
| Cameroon | $234K | 26% |
| Senegal | $210K | 23% |
| Mauritania | $71K | 7.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $46K | 5% |
| Tanzania | $43K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 1.3% |
| United States | $12K | 1.3% |
| France | $12K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $9K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco ink imports (HS 3215): 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 3215: Ink; printing, writing or drawing ink and other inks; whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of ink imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported ink worth $42.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply ink to Morocco?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by France (16%) and Spain (12%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 123% on the year.
What is the average import price of ink per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.96 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $13.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ink to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.5 million in 2017 to $42.7 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $31.2 million a year.
Does Morocco also export ink?
Yes. Morocco exported $913 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Cameroon and Senegal. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $41.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ink?
The HS code for ink is heading 3215. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 3215.19 (75% of the value) and 3215.11 (13%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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