Synthetic filament yarn imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported synthetic filament yarn worth $170.1 million (78.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $170.1M | 78.7K t |
| 2023 | $138.7M | 64.2K t |
| 2022 | $132.5M | 56.2K t |
| 2021 | $130.8M | 54.7K t |
| 2020 | $82.5M | 41.6K t |
| 2019 | $106.9M | 50.5K t |
| 2018 | $95.9M | 43.6K t |
| 2017 | $73.0M | 35.1K t |
Where Morocco imports synthetic filament yarn from
Most of the value came from China (39%), India (25%), Turkey (14%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+238% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $66.4M | 39% |
| India | $42.8M | 25% |
| Turkey | $24.3M | 14% |
| Spain | $7.6M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $3.9M | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $3.8M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 1.3% |
| United States | $2.2M | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $2.1M | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 5402
| 5402.33 | Textured polyester yarn | 60% |
| 5402.11 | High-tenacity aramid yarn | 6.5% |
| 5402.47 | Polyester filament yarn | 4.7% |
| 5402.34 | Textured polypropylene yarn | 4.1% |
| 5402.52 | Twisted polyester filament yarn | 3.3% |
| 5402.62 | Plied polyester filament yarn | 3.2% |
| 5402.44 | Elastomeric filament yarn | 3.1% |
| 5402.46 | Partially oriented polyester yarn | 2.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5402.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, close to the world average of $2.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic filament yarn exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported synthetic filament yarn worth $10.5 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Spain (44%), Portugal (27%), France (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco synthetic filament yarn imports (HS 5402): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 5402: Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament yarn imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported synthetic filament yarn worth $170.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 78.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 204 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament yarn to Morocco?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($66.4 million), followed by India (25%) and Turkey (14%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 238% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic filament yarn to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $73.0 million in 2017 to $170.1 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $116.3 million a year.
Does Morocco also export synthetic filament yarn?
Yes. Morocco exported $10.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Portugal and France. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $159.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament yarn?
The HS code for synthetic filament yarn is heading 5402. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 5402.33 (60% of the value) and 5402.11 (7%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Morocco. Tell us your product to see it live.
Same product, other countries
World synthetic filament yarn trade: top importers and exporters
Synthetic filament yarn product types in Morocco
- High-tenacity aramid yarn
- High-tenacity polyester yarn
- Textured nylon yarn (fine)
- Textured polyester yarn
- Textured polypropylene yarn
- Elastomeric filament yarn
- Partially oriented polyester yarn
- Polyester filament yarn
- Twisted polyester filament yarn
- Twisted polypropylene filament yarn
- Plied polyester filament yarn
- Plied polypropylene filament yarn
- Plied synthetic filament yarn (other)
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