Petroleum wax imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported petroleum wax worth $11.1 million (5.9 thousand tonnes). That is 28% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 5.2K t |
Where Morocco imports petroleum wax from
Most of the value came from Egypt (40%), India (14%), Turkey (13%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $4.4M | 40% |
| India | $1.6M | 14% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 13% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 9.2% |
| Spain | $610K | 5.5% |
| South Africa | $484K | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $348K | 3.1% |
| France | $288K | 2.6% |
| China | $273K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $217K | 2% |
Product types under HS 2712
| 2712.20 | Synthetic paraffin wax | 34% |
| 2712.10 | Petroleum jelly | 33% |
| 2712.90 | Slack wax | 33% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2712.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.90 per kg, 32% above the world average of $1.44. 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.
Petroleum wax exports from Morocco
Morocco exported $205 thousand of petroleum wax in 2024 (73 tonnes). France alone took 67% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $136K | 67% |
| Guinea | $64K | 31% |
| Brazil | $2K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0.5% |
| Tunisia | $1K | 0.4% |
| Mauritania | $0K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco petroleum wax imports (HS 2712): 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 2712: Petroleum jelly; paraffin wax, micro-crystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, similar products obtained by synthesis, other processes; coloured or not.
Common questions
What is the value of petroleum wax imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported petroleum wax worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply petroleum wax to Morocco?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by India (14%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of petroleum wax per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.90 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of petroleum wax to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does Morocco also export petroleum wax?
Yes. Morocco exported $205 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Guinea and Brazil. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for petroleum wax?
The HS code for petroleum wax is heading 2712. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 2712.20 (34% of the value) and 2712.10 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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