Metal button imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported metal button worth $35.2 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 187 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 98% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $35.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $17.8M | 565 t |
| 2022 | $18.8M | 772 t |
| 2021 | $21.3M | 662 t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 410 t |
| 2019 | $16.1M | 608 t |
| 2018 | $14.3M | 649 t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 544 t |
Where Morocco imports metal button from
Most of the value came from Spain (40%), Italy (19%), Turkey (14%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+198% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $14.2M | 40% |
| Italy | $6.6M | 19% |
| Turkey | $4.8M | 14% |
| France | $4.2M | 12% |
| China | $3.3M | 9.5% |
| Portugal | $798K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $260K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $226K | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $216K | 0.6% |
| Macao | $144K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.74 per kg, 129% above the world average of $13.85. 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.
Metal button exports from Morocco
Exports of metal button by Morocco reached $764 thousand in 2024 (12 tonnes). Italy alone took 61% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+433% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $469K | 61% |
| Spain | $241K | 32% |
| Tunisia | $29K | 3.8% |
| France | $16K | 2.1% |
| China | $5K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.2% |
| Bulgaria | $0K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco metal button imports (HS 9606.22): 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 9606.22: Buttons: of base metal, not covered with textile material.
Common questions
What is the value of metal button imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported metal button worth $35.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 187 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 98% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal button to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by Italy (19%) and Turkey (14%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 198% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal button per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.74 per kg in 2024, 129% above the world average of $13.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal button to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $35.2 million in 2024, an increase of 202%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also export metal button?
Yes. Morocco exported $764 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Spain and Tunisia. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $34.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal button?
The HS code for metal button is subheading 9606.22. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9606 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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