Onions and garlic exports from Morocco: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Morocco exported onions and garlic worth $42.9 million (67.3 thousand tonnes). That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42.9M | 67.3K t |
| 2023 | $33.3M | 17.0K t |
| 2022 | $43.8M | 65.7K t |
| 2021 | $45.0M | 61.8K t |
| 2020 | $29.0M | 55.6K t |
| 2019 | $26.0M | 36.5K t |
| 2018 | $24.8M | 49.4K t |
| 2017 | $15.4M | 14.0K t |
Where Morocco exports onions and garlic to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (29%), Mauritania (15%), France (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $12.5M | 29% |
| Mauritania | $6.3M | 15% |
| France | $6.0M | 14% |
| Spain | $5.4M | 13% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 6.9% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.0M | 4.6% |
| Norway | $1.9M | 4.3% |
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 0703
| 0703.10 | Fresh onions | 58% |
| 0703.90 | Leeks and shallots | 41% |
| 0703.20 | Fresh garlic | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0703.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.64 per kg, close to the world average of $0.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Onions and garlic imports to Morocco
In 2024, Morocco imported onions and garlic worth $40.1 million (15.4 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $39.7M | 99% |
| China | $161K | 0.4% |
| France | $127K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $108K | 0.3% |
| India | $13K | 0% |
| South Korea | $3K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco onions and garlic exports (HS 0703): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 0703: Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of onions and garlic exported by Morocco?
Morocco exported onions and garlic worth $42.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy onions and garlic from Morocco?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($12.5 million), followed by Mauritania (15%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 53 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average export price of onions and garlic per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.64 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $0.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of onions and garlic from Morocco changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.4 million in 2017 to $42.9 million in 2024, an increase of 178%. The peak was 2021 at $45.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also import onions and garlic?
Yes. Morocco imported $40.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, China and France. That compares with exports of $42.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for onions and garlic?
The HS code for onions and garlic is heading 0703. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 0703.10 (58% of the value) and 0703.90 (41%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Morocco, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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