Sorted textile rags exports from Morocco: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Morocco exported sorted textile rags worth $2.6 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 90% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $2.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $744K | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 3.2K t |
Where Morocco exports sorted textile rags to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (32%), Netherlands (24%), Gambia (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+675% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $840K | 32% |
| Netherlands | $646K | 25% |
| Gambia | $480K | 18% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $225K | 8.5% |
| Turkey | $133K | 5% |
| Italy | $99K | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $85K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $63K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $34K | 1.3% |
| Mauritania | $23K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.50 per kg, close to the world average of $0.61.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sorted textile rags imports to Morocco
Morocco imported $606 thousand of sorted textile rags in 2024 (757 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Belgium accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+945% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $331K | 55% |
| Lithuania | $89K | 15% |
| France | $77K | 13% |
| China | $37K | 6.2% |
| Tunisia | $22K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $20K | 3.3% |
| Slovakia | $16K | 2.7% |
| India | $11K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.4% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco sorted textile rags exports (HS 6310.10): 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 6310.10: Rags: used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials: sorted.
Common questions
What is the value of sorted textile rags exported by Morocco?
Morocco exported sorted textile rags worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 134 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 90% on 2023.
Which countries buy sorted textile rags from Morocco?
Spain was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($840 thousand), followed by the Netherlands (24%) and the Gambia (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 675% on the year.
What is the average export price of sorted textile rags per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.50 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $0.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of sorted textile rags from Morocco changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also import sorted textile rags?
Yes. Morocco imported $606 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, Lithuania and France. On balance Morocco is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sorted textile rags?
The HS code for sorted textile rags is subheading 6310.10. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6310 page.
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