Ornamental trimming imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported ornamental trimming worth $3.7 million (349 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 29% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.1 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 | $3.7M | 349 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 438 t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 595 t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 734 t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 554 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 630 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 448 t |
| 2017 | $5.8M | 461 t |
Where Morocco imports ornamental trimming from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Spain (15%), Thailand (14%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+972% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 44% |
| Spain | $539K | 15% |
| Thailand | $506K | 14% |
| Turkey | $271K | 7.4% |
| France | $140K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $140K | 3.8% |
| Portugal | $124K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $115K | 3.1% |
| India | $65K | 1.8% |
| Hong Kong | $44K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.59 per kg, close to the world average of $9.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ornamental trimming exports from Morocco
Exports of ornamental trimming by Morocco reached $1.3 million in 2024 (63 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Hungary accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+847% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco ornamental trimming imports (HS 5808.90): 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 5808.90: Ornamental trimmings: tassels, pompons and similar articles: ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of ornamental trimming imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported ornamental trimming worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 349 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 189 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply ornamental trimming to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Spain (15%) and Thailand (14%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 972% on the year.
What is the average import price of ornamental trimming per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.59 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $9.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ornamental trimming to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.8 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2021 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Morocco also export ornamental trimming?
Yes. Morocco exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hungary, Slovakia and France. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ornamental trimming?
The HS code for ornamental trimming is subheading 5808.90. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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