Polyethylene scrap imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported polyethylene scrap worth $3.9 million (6.6 thousand tonnes). That is 1722% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 54% 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 | $3.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $216K | 639 t |
| 2022 | $348K | 445 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $943K | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $153K | 421 t |
| 2017 | $196K | 359 t |
Where Morocco imports polyethylene scrap from
Tanzania alone supplied 95% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $3.7M | 95% |
| Spain | $95K | 2.4% |
| France | $87K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0.3% |
| China | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.60 per kg, 54% above the world average of $0.39. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco polyethylene scrap imports (HS 3915.10): 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 3915.10: Ethylene polymers: waste, parings and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene scrap imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported polyethylene scrap worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 130 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply polyethylene scrap to Morocco?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Spain (2%) and France (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of polyethylene scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.60 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $0.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene scrap to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $196 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene scrap?
The HS code for polyethylene scrap is subheading 3915.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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