Minor cereals imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Morocco imported $4.8 million of minor cereals in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). That is 42% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.2 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 | $4.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 15.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 10.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 14.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 12.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 8.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 6.3K t |
Where Morocco imports minor cereals from
Most of the value came from Ukraine (33%), Canada (26%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Ukraine grew fastest (+331% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $1.6M | 33% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 27% |
| India | $722K | 15% |
| Russia | $382K | 8% |
| Peru | $223K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $184K | 3.9% |
| United States | $142K | 3% |
| Spain | $80K | 1.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $70K | 1.5% |
| Bolivia | $44K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 1008
| 1008.29 | Millet grain | 54% |
| 1008.30 | Canary seed | 27% |
| 1008.50 | Quinoa | 16% |
| 1008.90 | Cereals (other varieties) | 3.1% |
| 1008.10 | Buckwheat | 1% |
| 1008.60 | Triticale | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1008.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.76 per kg, 43% above the world average of $0.53. 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.
Minor cereals exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported minor cereals worth $250 thousand (305 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 92% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $229K | 92% |
| Netherlands | $17K | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.5% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.5% |
| United States | $1K | 0.2% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco minor cereals imports (HS 1008): 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 1008: Buckwheat, millet and canary seeds; other cereals.
Common questions
What is the value of minor cereals imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported minor cereals worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply minor cereals to Morocco?
Ukraine was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Canada (26%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 331% on the year.
What is the average import price of minor cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.76 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $0.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of minor cereals to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2023 at $8.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Morocco also export minor cereals?
Yes. Morocco exported $250 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, the Netherlands and Belgium. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for minor cereals?
The HS code for minor cereals is heading 1008. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 1008.29 (53% of the value) and 1008.30 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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