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Morocco: Rare Earth Metal Market 2025

Rare Earth Metal Market Size in Morocco

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Moroccan rare earth metal market, when its value increased by 225% to $X. Overall, consumption continues to indicate significant growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Rare Earth Metal Exports

Exports from Morocco

In 2021, rare earth metal exports from Morocco was estimated at X kg, flattening at the previous year. Overall, exports recorded a pronounced increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 300% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X kg in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, rare earth metal exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate noticeable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 80%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Canada (X kg) was the main destination for rare earth metal exports from Morocco, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada was relatively modest.

From 2015 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average rare earth metal export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, with a decrease of -25.8% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a perceptible increase from 2016 to 2019: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 27%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2018, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Canada.

From 2016 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to 0.0% per year.

Rare Earth Metal Imports

Imports into Morocco

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of rare earth metals increased by 196% to X kg in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 791% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X kg. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, rare earth metal imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 231% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Italy (X kg) was the main rare earth metal supplier to Morocco, with a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, rare earth metal imports from Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Italy stood at +18.3%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of rare earth metals to Morocco, comprising 45% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 12% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy stood at +12.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average rare earth metal import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -39.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 139%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Italy amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+6.5%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for rare earth metals in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of rare earth metal consumption, accounting for 49% of total volume. Moreover, rare earth metal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of rare earth metals in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of rare earth metal production, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, rare earth metal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Myanmar, with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of rare earth metals to Morocco?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of rare earth metal to Morocco, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain $355), with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.3% share.

What is the average export price for rare earth metals in Morocco?

The average rare earth metal export price stood at $17,600 per ton in 2019, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for rare earth metals in Morocco?

The average rare earth metal import price stood at $29,261 per ton in 2021, surging by 4.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rare earth metal market 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.

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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