Laser cutting machines imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Morocco imported $11.2 million of laser cutting machines in 2024 (768 tonnes). That is 62% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $11.2M | 768 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 456 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 364 t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 612 t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 520 t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 416 t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 308 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 234 t |
Where Morocco imports laser cutting machines from
China alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+660% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.1M | 54% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 29% |
| France | $831K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $401K | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $294K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $83K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $81K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $63K | 0.6% |
| North Macedonia | $45K | 0.4% |
| India | $33K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.64 per kg, 24% below the world average of $19.25, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco laser cutting machines imports (HS 8456.11): 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 8456.11: Machine-tools: for working any material by removal of material: operated by laser.
Common questions
What is the value of laser cutting machines imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported laser cutting machines worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 768 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply laser cutting machines to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Italy (29%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 708% on the year.
What is the average import price of laser cutting machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.64 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $19.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of laser cutting machines to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, an increase of 180%. The peak was 2020 at $12.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for laser cutting machines?
The HS code for laser cutting machines is subheading 8456.11. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8456 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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