Nylon staple fiber imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported nylon staple fiber worth $3.1 million (403 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 460% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 52% 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 | $3.1M | 403 t |
| 2023 | $546K | 170 t |
| 2022 | $520K | 50 t |
| 2021 | $795K | 85 t |
| 2020 | $285K | 31 t |
| 2019 | $362K | 69 t |
| 2018 | $539K | 78 t |
| 2017 | $160K | 26 t |
Where Morocco imports nylon staple fiber from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 53% |
| France | $1.4M | 45% |
| China | $58K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $7K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.58 per kg, 45% above the world average of $5.23. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco nylon staple fiber imports (HS 5503.19): 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 5503.19: Fibres: synthetic staple fibres, of nylon or other polyamides other than aramids, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of nylon staple fiber imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported nylon staple fiber worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 403 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 112 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 460% on 2023.
Which countries supply nylon staple fiber to Morocco?
The United States was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by France (45%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 447% on the year.
What is the average import price of nylon staple fiber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.58 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $5.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of nylon staple fiber to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $160 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $783 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for nylon staple fiber?
The HS code for nylon staple fiber is subheading 5503.19. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5503 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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