Laboratory ceramics imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of laboratory ceramics by Morocco reached $11.4 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 47% on 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 | $11.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 2.4K t |
Where Morocco imports laboratory ceramics from
The largest suppliers were Spain (28%), Italy (24%), Poland (12%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+379% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.2M | 28% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 24% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 12% |
| China | $1.1M | 10% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 8.8% |
| India | $597K | 5.3% |
| Egypt | $214K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $206K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $201K | 1.8% |
| France | $192K | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 6903
| 6903.20 | Alumina-silica refractory ceramics | 73% |
| 6903.90 | Refractory ceramics (other) | 24% |
| 6903.10 | Carbon-based refractory ceramics | 2.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.38 per kg, close to the world average of $6.21.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Laboratory ceramics exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported laboratory ceramics worth $307 thousand (70 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Italy (49%), Saudi Arabia (21%), France (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $150K | 49% |
| Saudi Arabia | $65K | 21% |
| France | $43K | 14% |
| South Korea | $30K | 9.9% |
| Spain | $7K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 2% |
| United States | $3K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0.1% |
| Gabon | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco laboratory ceramics imports (HS 6903): 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 6903: Ceramic goods; (e.g. retorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, plugs, supports cupels, tubes, pipes, sheaths, rods and slide gates) excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or of similar siliceous earths.
Common questions
What is the value of laboratory ceramics imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported laboratory ceramics worth $11.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply laboratory ceramics to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Italy (24%) and Poland (12%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 379% on the year.
What is the average import price of laboratory ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.38 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $6.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of laboratory ceramics to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $11.4 million in 2024, an increase of 70%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also export laboratory ceramics?
Yes. Morocco exported $307 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Saudi Arabia and France. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $11.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for laboratory ceramics?
The HS code for laboratory ceramics is heading 6903. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 6903.20 (73% of the value) and 6903.90 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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