Metal buckles imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported metal buckles worth $26.6 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 46% 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 | $26.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $18.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $17.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 941 t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $17.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $16.5M | 1.4K t |
Where Morocco imports metal buckles from
The largest suppliers were Spain (20%), China (19%), Turkey (12%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $5.2M | 20% |
| China | $5.1M | 19% |
| Turkey | $3.2M | 12% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 11% |
| Romania | $2.8M | 11% |
| France | $2.6M | 9.9% |
| Portugal | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $976K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $919K | 3.5% |
| Thailand | $614K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.38 per kg, 24% below the world average of $18.84, 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.
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The shipment records behind Morocco metal buckles imports (HS 8308.90): 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 8308.90: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing & accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of metal buckles imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported metal buckles worth $26.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal buckles to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by China (19%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 216% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal buckles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.38 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $18.84 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal buckles to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.5 million in 2017 to $26.6 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.9 million a year.
Does Morocco also export metal buckles?
Yes. Morocco exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Portugal, Spain and Turkey. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $25.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal buckles?
The HS code for metal buckles is subheading 8308.90. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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