Methionine imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of methionine by Morocco reached $6.6 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $16.9 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 | $6.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 7.3K t |
Where Morocco imports methionine from
Most of the value came from Belgium (44%), France (16%), Japan (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+267% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.9M | 44% |
| France | $1.1M | 16% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 16% |
| Spain | $720K | 11% |
| China | $656K | 10% |
| United States | $144K | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $65K | 1% |
| Russia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.87 per kg, close to the world average of $2.54.
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 methionine imports (HS 2930.40): 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 2930.40: Organo-sulphur compounds: methionine.
Common questions
What is the value of methionine imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported methionine worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 156 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply methionine to Morocco?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by France (16%) and Japan (16%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 267% on the year.
What is the average import price of methionine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.87 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $2.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of methionine to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, a fall of 61%. The peak was 2017 at $16.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for methionine?
The HS code for methionine is subheading 2930.40. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2930 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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