Plastic spectacle lenses imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic spectacle lenses by Morocco reached $18.0 million in 2024 (328 tonnes). That is 4% less 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 | $18.0M | 328 t |
| 2023 | $18.8M | 317 t |
| 2022 | $17.7M | 307 t |
| 2021 | $16.2M | 248 t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 203 t |
| 2019 | $14.8M | 111 t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 178 t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 87 t |
Where Morocco imports plastic spectacle lenses from
China alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.9M | 61% |
| Thailand | $2.3M | 13% |
| France | $1.7M | 9.6% |
| Hungary | $645K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $541K | 3% |
| Philippines | $366K | 2% |
| Japan | $351K | 2% |
| Czech Republic | $207K | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $203K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $199K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $54.89 per kg, 44% below the world average of $98.68, 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.
Plastic spectacle lenses exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported plastic spectacle lenses worth $4.9 million (16 tonnes). Spain alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $4.9M | 99% |
| Italy | $40K | 0.8% |
| Guinea | $9K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $9K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $2K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco plastic spectacle lenses imports (HS 9001.50): 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 9001.50: Lenses, spectacle: unmounted, of materials other than glass.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic spectacle lenses imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported plastic spectacle lenses worth $18.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 328 tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic spectacle lenses to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by Thailand (13%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 95% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic spectacle lenses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $54.89 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $98.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic spectacle lenses to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $18.0 million in 2024, an increase of 43%. The peak was 2023 at $18.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.4 million a year.
Does Morocco also export plastic spectacle lenses?
Yes. Morocco exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Italy and Guinea. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $13.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic spectacle lenses?
The HS code for plastic spectacle lenses is subheading 9001.50. 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 9001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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