Zinc scrap exports from Morocco: data, top buyers and prices
Morocco exported $3.3 million of zinc scrap in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 22% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.4 million.
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 | $3.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 2.5K t |
Where Morocco exports zinc scrap to
India alone took 84% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+595% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.7M | 84% |
| Sri Lanka | $398K | 12% |
| Belgium | $55K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $39K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $35K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $11K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.71 per kg, 25% above the world average of $1.37. 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.
Zinc scrap imports to Morocco
Imports of zinc scrap by Morocco reached $662 thousand in 2024 (315 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Belgium accounted for 63% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $417K | 63% |
| Germany | $180K | 27% |
| Senegal | $64K | 9.7% |
| India | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Morocco?
The shipment records behind Morocco zinc scrap exports (HS 7902): 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 7902: Zinc; waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc scrap exported by Morocco?
Morocco exported zinc scrap worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 123 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc scrap from Morocco?
India was the largest buyer with 84% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Sri Lanka (12%) and Belgium (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 595% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.71 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $1.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc scrap from Morocco changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2018 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does Morocco also import zinc scrap?
Yes. Morocco imported $662 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, Germany and Senegal. On balance Morocco is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc scrap?
The HS code for zinc scrap is heading 7902. In Morocco all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7902.00. It sits in HS chapter 79 (zinc and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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