Prepared crustaceans and molluscs exports from Morocco: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prepared crustaceans and molluscs by Morocco reached $172.6 million in 2024 (16.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 30% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $172.6M | 16.8K t |
| 2023 | $133.1M | 14.5K t |
| 2022 | $118.5M | 15.1K t |
| 2021 | $153.4M | 16.7K t |
| 2020 | $141.7M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $158.5M | 15.5K t |
| 2018 | $150.4M | 11.6K t |
| 2017 | $94.0M | 9.2K t |
Where Morocco exports prepared crustaceans and molluscs to
Netherlands alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Estonia grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $109.4M | 63% |
| Sweden | $23.8M | 14% |
| Estonia | $15.1M | 8.8% |
| Belgium | $10.5M | 6.1% |
| Denmark | $8.7M | 5.1% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 1.1% |
| Norway | $993K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $632K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $409K | 0.2% |
| North Macedonia | $238K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 1605
| 1605.29 | Prepared shrimp (canned) | 50% |
| 1605.21 | Prepared shrimp (non-canned) | 49% |
| 1605.55 | Prepared octopus | 0.5% |
| 1605.52 | Prepared scallops | 0.4% |
| 1605.56 | Prepared clams | 0.3% |
| 1605.54 | Prepared squid | 0.3% |
| 1605.58 | Prepared land snails | 0.2% |
| 1605.59 | Mollusc preparations (other) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1605.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.26 per kg, 26% above the world average of $8.17. 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.
Prepared crustaceans and molluscs imports to Morocco
Morocco imported $2.2 million of prepared crustaceans and molluscs in 2024 (448 tonnes). Most of the value came from Spain (49%), Canada (24%), Chile (11%). Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+211% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.1M | 49% |
| Canada | $520K | 24% |
| Chile | $248K | 11% |
| France | $132K | 6% |
| Vietnam | $100K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $22K | 1% |
| Peru | $18K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco prepared crustaceans and molluscs exports (HS 1605): 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 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared crustaceans and molluscs exported by Morocco?
Morocco exported prepared crustaceans and molluscs worth $172.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 155 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared crustaceans and molluscs from Morocco?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 63% of the value ($109.4 million), followed by Sweden (14%) and Estonia (9%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Estonia grew fastest among the top ten, up 334% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared crustaceans and molluscs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.26 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $8.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prepared crustaceans and molluscs from Morocco changed since 2017?
Exports went from $94.0 million in 2017 to $172.6 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $140.3 million a year.
Does Morocco also import prepared crustaceans and molluscs?
Yes. Morocco imported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, Canada and Chile. On balance Morocco is a net exporter of this product, by about $170.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared crustaceans and molluscs?
The HS code for prepared crustaceans and molluscs is heading 1605. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 1605.29 (50% of the value) and 1605.21 (49%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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