Melon seeds imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported melon seeds worth $10.2 million (9 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.2 million.
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 | $10.2M | 9 t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 7 t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 7 t |
| 2021 | $14.2M | 12 t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 11 t |
| 2019 | $6.8M | 7 t |
| 2018 | $9.3M | 19 t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 21 t |
Where Morocco imports melon seeds from
Most of the value came from Peru (44%), France (17%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+409% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,175.02 per kg, 22850% above the world average of $5.12. 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.
Melon seeds exports from Morocco
Morocco exported $224 thousand of melon seeds in 2024 (14 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest (+190% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $176K | 79% |
| France | $15K | 6.7% |
| Ukraine | $15K | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 4.1% |
| Thailand | $6K | 2.5% |
| Peru | $2K | 0.8% |
| Chile | $1K | 0.4% |
| Finland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Honduras | $0K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco melon seeds imports (HS 1207.70): 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 1207.70: Oil seeds: melon seeds, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of melon seeds imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported melon seeds worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 180 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply melon seeds to Morocco?
Peru was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by France (17%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 409% on the year.
What is the average import price of melon seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,175.02 per kg in 2024, 22850% above the world average of $5.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of melon seeds to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.3 million a year.
Does Morocco also export melon seeds?
Yes. Morocco exported $224 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, France and Ukraine. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for melon seeds?
The HS code for melon seeds is subheading 1207.70. 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 1207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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