Water-based paint imports in Morocco: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Morocco imported water-based paint worth $31.8 million (11.3 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $31.8M | 11.3K t |
| 2023 | $28.1M | 9.6K t |
| 2022 | $28.4M | 9.4K t |
| 2021 | $20.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 6.1K t |
| 2019 | $21.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $30.2M | 8.4K t |
| 2017 | $24.3M | 8.6K t |
Where Morocco imports water-based paint from
Most of the value came from Spain (33%), France (21%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $10.5M | 33% |
| France | $6.6M | 21% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 5.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 4.7% |
| China | $1.2M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $951K | 3% |
| Turkey | $246K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 3209
| 3209.90 | Water-based polymer paint | 74% |
| 3209.10 | Acrylic water-based paint | 26% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3209.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.82 per kg, close to the world average of $3.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Water-based paint exports from Morocco
In 2024, Morocco exported water-based paint worth $4.7 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Senegal (38%), Republic of the Congo (10%), Chad (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $1.8M | 38% |
| Republic of the Congo | $455K | 9.7% |
| Chad | $412K | 8.8% |
| Belgium | $364K | 7.8% |
| Mauritania | $326K | 7% |
| Cameroon | $240K | 5.1% |
| Gabon | $224K | 4.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $161K | 3.5% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $153K | 3.3% |
| Burkina Faso | $107K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco water-based paint imports (HS 3209): 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 3209: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based paint imported by Morocco?
Morocco imported water-based paint worth $31.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-based paint to Morocco?
Spain was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by France (21%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-based paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.82 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $3.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of water-based paint to Morocco changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.3 million in 2017 to $31.8 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.2 million a year.
Does Morocco also export water-based paint?
Yes. Morocco exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, the Republic of the Congo and Chad. On balance Morocco is a net importer of this product, by about $27.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based paint?
The HS code for water-based paint is heading 3209. In Morocco the largest six-digit codes were 3209.90 (74% of the value) and 3209.10 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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