Pigments and preparations (other) imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pigments and preparations (other) by Morocco reached $23.4 million in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 13% 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 | $23.4M | 6.8K t |
| 2023 | $20.7M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $20.1M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $16.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $12.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $11.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $15.9M | 5.3K t |
Where Morocco imports pigments and preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), Germany (11%), Belgium (10%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+541% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.8M | 29% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 11% |
| Belgium | $2.4M | 11% |
| India | $1.9M | 8.3% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 7.7% |
| France | $1.5M | 6.6% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 6% |
| Netherlands | $846K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $636K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.44 per kg, close to the world average of $3.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pigments and preparations (other) exports from Morocco
Exports of pigments and preparations (other) by Morocco reached $585 thousand in 2024 (113 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Tunisia (31%), United States (19%), Mauritania (17%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $183K | 31% |
| United States | $113K | 19% |
| Mauritania | $102K | 17% |
| Mexico | $37K | 6.3% |
| Senegal | $37K | 6.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $36K | 6.1% |
| Angola | $23K | 4% |
| France | $22K | 3.8% |
| Spain | $18K | 3.1% |
| Hungary | $10K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco pigments and preparations (other) imports (HS 3206.49): 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 3206.49: Colouring matter: other preparations n.e.c. in item no. 3206.4.
Common questions
What is the value of pigments and preparations (other) imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported pigments and preparations (other) worth $23.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply pigments and preparations (other) to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by Germany (11%) and Belgium (10%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 541% on the year.
What is the average import price of pigments and preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.44 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $3.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pigments and preparations (other) to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.9 million in 2017 to $23.4 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.9 million a year.
Does Morocco also export pigments and preparations (other)?
Yes. Morocco exported $585 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, the United States and Mauritania. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $22.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for pigments and preparations (other)?
The HS code for pigments and preparations (other) is subheading 3206.49. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3206 page.
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