Live insects (other than bees) imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of live insects (other than bees) by Morocco reached $4.4 million in 2024 (132 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 44% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $4.4M | 132 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 103 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 80 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 66 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 66 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 69 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 56 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 54 t |
Where Morocco imports live insects (other than bees) from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.9M | 90% |
| Netherlands | $400K | 9.2% |
| Belgium | $22K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $5K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $33.02 per kg, 20% below the world average of $41.47, 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.
Live insects (other than bees) exports from Morocco
Morocco exported $22.6 million of live insects (other than bees) in 2024 (70 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 94 countries for exports of this product. Belgium alone took 64% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $14.4M | 64% |
| Canada | $3.4M | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 14% |
| Spain | $640K | 2.8% |
| Armenia | $563K | 2.5% |
| France | $245K | 1.1% |
| Uzbekistan | $78K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $48K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $32K | 0.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $26K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco live insects (other than bees) imports (HS 0106.49): 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 0106.49: Insects: live, other than bees.
Common questions
What is the value of live insects (other than bees) imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported live insects (other than bees) worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 132 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 111 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply live insects (other than bees) to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by the Netherlands (9%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 438% on the year.
What is the average import price of live insects (other than bees) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $33.02 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $41.47 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of live insects (other than bees) to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Morocco also export live insects (other than bees)?
Yes. Morocco exported $22.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Canada and the United Kingdom. That compares with imports of $4.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for live insects (other than bees)?
The HS code for live insects (other than bees) is subheading 0106.49. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Morocco. Tell us your product to see it live.
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