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Morocco: Market for Cotton (Carded Or Combed) 2025

Market Size for Cotton (Carded Or Combed) in Morocco

For the third consecutive year, the Moroccan cotton (carded or combed) market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -93.7% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption continues to indicate a sharp slump. Cotton (carded or combed) consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Cotton (Carded Or Combed) in Morocco

In value terms, cotton (carded or combed) production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 7.6%. Cotton (carded or combed) production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Cotton (Carded Or Combed)

Exports from Morocco

For the fifth consecutive year, Morocco recorded growth in overseas shipments of cotton (carded or combed), which increased by 40% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 19,642%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cotton (carded or combed) exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 41,481% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main destinations of cotton (carded or combed) exports from Morocco.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +211.5%).

In value terms, Spain ($X) and Turkey ($X) were the largest markets for cotton (carded or combed) exported from Morocco worldwide.

Spain, with a CAGR of +164.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cotton (carded or combed) export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 3.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 111% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Turkey (+4.3%).

Imports of Cotton (Carded Or Combed)

Imports into Morocco

For the third year in a row, Morocco recorded decline in overseas purchases of cotton (carded or combed), which decreased by -32% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports saw a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 447% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cotton (carded or combed) imports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 266% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest cotton (carded or combed) supplier to Morocco, accounting for a 78% share of total imports. Moreover, cotton (carded or combed) imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain amounted to -15.0%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cotton (carded or combed) to Morocco, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain totaled -12.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cotton (carded or combed) import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a notable increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for China amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+4.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cotton (carded or combed) in the world?

The United States remains the largest cotton carded or combed) consuming country worldwide, accounting for 48% of total volume. Moreover, cotton carded or combed) consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Turkey, fivefold. Mali ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of cotton (carded or combed) in the world?

The United States remains the largest cotton carded or combed) producing country worldwide, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, cotton carded or combed) production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mali, twofold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton (carded or combed) to Morocco?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of cotton carded or combed) to Morocco, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 23% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for cotton (carded or combed) in Morocco?

In 2020, the average cotton carded or combed) export price amounted to $1,292 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton (carded or combed) in Morocco?

In 2020, the average cotton carded or combed) import price amounted to $1,620 per ton, declining by -15.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for cotton (carded or combed) in Morocco. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 768 - Cotton, Carded or Combed

Country coverage:

Morocco

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Morocco
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024