Morocco Tightens Customs Controls on Imports and Product Safety

The text targets specific standards, notably NM 08.8.130 to NM 08.8.252, initially published in the Official Bulletin in August 2025. These requirements now automatically apply six months after publication, reflecting an effort to further structure segments of the national market and ensure a consistent level of quality.

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The introduction of these standards primarily aims to harmonize Morocco’s regulatory framework with updated technical standards. By regulating the “quality, safety and traceability of products,” whether manufactured locally or imported, the authorities intend to reduce compliance gaps between different economic operators.

On the ground, the circular requires customs services to carry out a “systematic conformity check upon importation” for the listed goods. Customs clearance is now strictly “conditional on obtaining a favorable opinion confirming compliance with the Moroccan standards in force,” prohibiting any release for free circulation without positive certification.

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The list of affected products is extensive: it includes electronic cigarettes, nicotine pouches, as well as iron, cement, glass, certain toys and gas appliances. ADII’s stated objective is to “prevent the introduction of products that do not meet national technical requirements” in order to ensure optimal protection for Moroccan consumers.