Türkiye-Morocco Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $4.98B total volume •Türkiye surplus: $1.82B

TürkiyeMorocco

$3.40B

Exports (2023)

MoroccoTürkiye

$1.58B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.82B

Surplus for Türkiye

Total Trade

$4.98B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

TürkiyeMorocco Exports

$3.40B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
5.8% top product
1Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless)
$196.91M
5.8% of exports
2Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$158.33M
4.7% of exports
3Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 9 mm
$67.31M
2.0% of exports
4Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$59.36M
1.7% of exports
5Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc
$58.76M
1.7% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Türkiye's export portfolio to Morocco demonstrates strategic specialization, with iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MoroccoTürkiye Imports

$1.58B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
16.3% concentration
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc
$257.29M
16.3% of imports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate)
$166.12M
10.5% of imports
3Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc
$133.73M
8.5% of imports
4Phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids
$109.25M
6.9% of imports
5Flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates
$106.52M
6.7% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Türkiye's import pattern from Morocco reveals significant dependencyin 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

Türkiye demonstrates competitive strength in exportingiron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless) to Morocco, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

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

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $4.98B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Türkiye-Morocco Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $4.98 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Türkiye maintains a surplus of $1.82 billion
  • Export Focus: Türkiye's primary exports include iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless), petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, medium density fibreboard (mdf), of a thickness exceeding 9 mm
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Morocco include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate), vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional 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 $4.98B 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 Türkiye leveraging its comparative advantages in iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless).

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

Türkiye's specialization in iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless)complements 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 $4.98B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $4.98B 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 $4.98 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless) 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: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Türkiye's trade surplus of $1.82 billion strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils 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.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless) may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic 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 Türkiye and Morocco represents a total trade volume of $4.98 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Türkiye, with exports exceeding importsby $1.82 billion.

Export Strengths

Türkiye's exports to Morocco total $3.40 billion, with competitive advantages in iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless), representing $196.91M or5.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Morocco amount to $1.58 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 comprising16.3% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Türkiye's competitive position in this bilateral relationship. 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) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023