Prepared fish (other species) exports from Morocco: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prepared fish (other species) by Morocco reached $57.6 million in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $57.6M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $58.7M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $55.7M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $58.4M | 9.4K t |
| 2020 | $51.4M | 8.3K t |
| 2019 | $56.9M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $48.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $31.2M | 5.0K t |
Where Morocco exports prepared fish (other species) to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (47%), Spain (31%), Portugal (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $27.3M | 47% |
| Spain | $17.7M | 31% |
| Portugal | $5.1M | 8.8% |
| France | $2.7M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $1.1M | 2% |
| Netherlands | $445K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $436K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $267K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $191K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.30 per kg, 64% above the world average of $4.45. 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 fish (other species) imports to Morocco
In 2024, Morocco imported prepared fish (other species) worth $807 thousand (72 tonnes). Germany alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $593K | 74% |
| France | $122K | 15% |
| Spain | $44K | 5.4% |
| Poland | $18K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0.5% |
| Iceland | $2K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco prepared fish (other species) exports (HS 1604.19): 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 1604.19: Fish preparations: fish prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), n.e.c. in heading no. 1604.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared fish (other species) exported by Morocco?
Morocco exported prepared fish (other species) worth $57.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 126 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared fish (other species) from Morocco?
Italy was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($27.3 million), followed by Spain (31%) and Portugal (9%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared fish (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.30 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prepared fish (other species) from Morocco changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31.2 million in 2017 to $57.6 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $58.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $52.3 million a year.
Does Morocco also import prepared fish (other species)?
Yes. Morocco imported $807 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, France and Spain. On balance Morocco is a net exporter of this product, by about $56.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared fish (other species)?
The HS code for prepared fish (other species) is subheading 1604.19. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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