Optical elements (other mounted) imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported optical elements (other mounted) worth $4.8 million (26 tonnes). That is 91% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $4.8M | 26 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 20 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 15 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 8 t |
| 2020 | $851K | 3 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 3 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 132 t |
| 2017 | $660K | 11 t |
Where Morocco imports optical elements (other mounted) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+598% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 83% |
| France | $339K | 7% |
| Spain | $181K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $179K | 3.7% |
| United States | $25K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $24K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $21K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $13K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $184.48 per kg, 40% below the world average of $305.51, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 optical elements (other mounted) imports (HS 9002.90): 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 9002.90: Optical elements: n.e.c. in heading no. 9002 (e.g. prisms and mirrors), mounted, being parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of optical elements (other mounted) imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported optical elements (other mounted) worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 91% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical elements (other mounted) to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by France (7%) and Spain (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 939% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical elements (other mounted) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $184.48 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $305.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical elements (other mounted) to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $660 thousand in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 632%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical elements (other mounted)?
The HS code for optical elements (other mounted) is subheading 9002.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9002 page.
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