France-Morocco Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $15.32B total volume โ€ขFrance deficit: $911.95M

France โ†’ Morocco

$7.20B

Exports (2023)

Morocco โ†’ France

$8.12B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$911.95M

Deficit for France

Total Trade

$15.32B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between France and Morocco. Green line shows exports from France, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the France-Morocco commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

France โ†’ Morocco Exports

$7.20B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
8.5% top product
1Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$613.62M
8.5% of exports
2Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc
$295.15M
4.1% of exports
3Turbines: parts of turbo-jets and turbo-propellers
$192.62M
2.7% of exports
4Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$181.76M
2.5% of exports
5Vehicles: bodies (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8703
$179.80M
2.5% of exports
6Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707
$162.23M
2.3% of exports
7Electrical apparatus: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 or 8537
$159.68M
2.2% of exports
8Vehicle parts: steering wheels, steering columns and steering boxes: parts thereof
$145.49M
2.0% of exports
9Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$128.64M
1.8% of exports
10Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$107.88M
1.5% of exports

๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Export Focus

France's export portfolio to Morocco demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Morocco โ†’ France Imports

$8.12B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
13.3% concentration
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc
$1.08B
13.3% of imports
2Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$1.01B
12.4% of imports
3Vegetables: tomatoes, fresh or chilled
$868.77M
10.7% of imports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$660.15M
8.1% of imports
5Insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships
$432.94M
5.3% of imports
6Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$149.07M
1.8% of imports
7Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc
$120.61M
1.5% of imports
8Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, fitted with connectors
$115.52M
1.4% of imports
9Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$96.26M
1.2% of imports
10Aircraft and spacecraft: parts thereof n.e.c. in chapter 88
$96.04M
1.2% of imports

๐Ÿ“ฆ Import Strategy Analysis

France's import pattern from Morocco reveals strategic sourcingin vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

France demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed to Morocco, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $15.32B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Major Partnership

Executive Summary: France-Morocco Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $15.32 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: France maintains a deficit of $911.95 million
  • Export Focus: France's primary exports include cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc, turbines: parts of turbo-jets and turbo-propellers
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Morocco include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803, vegetables: tomatoes, fresh or chilled

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

๐Ÿ“ˆ Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $15.32B represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with France leveraging its comparative advantages in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

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Comparative Advantage

France's specialization in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seedcomplements Morocco's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $15.32B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $15.32B bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $15.32 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.

Economic Significance: High
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed and vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

France's trade deficit of $911.95 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

๐Ÿš€Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

โš ๏ธRisk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed may affect future market positioning.

๐ŸŽฏStrategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between France and Morocco represents a total trade volume of $15.32 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for France, with imports exceeding exportsby $911.95 million.

Export Strengths

France's exports to Morocco total $7.20 billion, with competitive advantages in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, representing $613.62M or8.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Morocco amount to $8.12 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, with Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc comprising13.3% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates France's strategic sourcing from Morocco. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) โ€ข Last Updated: January 2025 โ€ข Coverage: 1995-2023