Textile rags and scrap imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of textile rags and scrap by Morocco reached $7.8 million in 2024 (25.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 81% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $7.8M | 25.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 13.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 11.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 12.2K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 10.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 9.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 12.1K t |
Where Morocco imports textile rags and scrap from
Most of the value came from Belgium (49%), Spain (36%), France (4%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest (+550% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.8M | 49% |
| Spain | $2.8M | 36% |
| France | $287K | 3.7% |
| Lithuania | $229K | 2.9% |
| Tunisia | $138K | 1.8% |
| Portugal | $133K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $115K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $50K | 0.6% |
| India | $49K | 0.6% |
| China | $39K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6310
| 6310.90 | Unsorted textile rags | 92% |
| 6310.10 | Sorted textile rags | 7.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6310.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.31 per kg, 46% below the world average of $0.57, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Textile rags and scrap exports from Morocco
Morocco exported $4.4 million of textile rags and scrap in 2024 (8.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Spain (34%), Netherlands (17%), Gambia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+675% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.5M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $757K | 17% |
| Gambia | $493K | 11% |
| Turkey | $493K | 11% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $225K | 5.1% |
| Hungary | $203K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $147K | 3.3% |
| Japan | $130K | 3% |
| Portugal | $105K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $85K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco textile rags and scrap imports (HS 6310): 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: Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of textile rags and scrap imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported textile rags and scrap worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 214 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 81% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile rags and scrap to Morocco?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Spain (36%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 550% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile rags and scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.31 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $0.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of textile rags and scrap to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 147%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does Morocco also export textile rags and scrap?
Yes. Morocco exported $4.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, the Netherlands and the Gambia. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile rags and scrap?
The HS code for textile rags and scrap is heading 6310. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 6310.90 (92% of the value) and 6310.10 (8%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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