Rope and cable making machines imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported rope and cable making machines worth $29.1 million (544 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 154 countries. Value rose 70% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29.1M | 544 t |
| 2023 | $17.1M | 447 t |
| 2022 | $15.1M | 609 t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 355 t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 559 t |
| 2019 | $15.3M | 456 t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 550 t |
| 2017 | $16.3M | 618 t |
Where Morocco imports rope and cable making machines from
The largest suppliers were Austria (24%), China (17%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $7.0M | 24% |
| China | $5.0M | 17% |
| Germany | $4.2M | 15% |
| Finland | $3.4M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $3.2M | 11% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 5.9% |
| Spain | $936K | 3.2% |
| United States | $856K | 2.9% |
| Czech Republic | $624K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $540K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.42 per kg, 194% above the world average of $18.16. 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.
Rope and cable making machines exports from Morocco
Morocco exported $6.7 million of rope and cable making machines in 2024 (83 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.2M | 62% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 27% |
| Tunisia | $325K | 4.9% |
| Egypt | $217K | 3.3% |
| Romania | $103K | 1.5% |
| Austria | $32K | 0.5% |
| France | $28K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $12K | 0.2% |
| Benin | $1K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco rope and cable making machines imports (HS 8479.40): 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 8479.40: Machines: for making rope or cable.
Common questions
What is the value of rope and cable making machines imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported rope and cable making machines worth $29.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 544 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 154 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply rope and cable making machines to Morocco?
Austria was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by China (17%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 699% on the year.
What is the average import price of rope and cable making machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.42 per kg in 2024, 194% above the world average of $18.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rope and cable making machines to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.3 million in 2017 to $29.1 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.0 million a year.
Does Morocco also export rope and cable making machines?
Yes. Morocco exported $6.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Germany and Tunisia. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $22.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rope and cable making machines?
The HS code for rope and cable making machines is subheading 8479.40. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8479 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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