The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released its 2026 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers on March 31, 2026. The annual report details significant barriers to U.S. exports and investment, including a chapter on Morocco, a country linked to the United States by a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) since 2006.
The report notes that U.S. goods and services trade with Morocco totaled an estimated $7.4 billion in 2025, with a U.S. goods trade surplus of $2.0 billion. It highlights several trade policies maintained by Morocco. Key among them are high tariffs on certain agricultural products, which can reach up to 200% for items like poultry, beef, and some dairy products, as part of Morocco's tariff-rate quota system.
Furthermore, the report addresses technical standards. It confirms that Morocco applies the Euro 6b emissions standard for imported passenger vehicles, a regulation that can act as a non-tariff barrier. The USTR report serves as a tool to identify and address challenges for U.S. businesses in foreign markets, framing these policies within the context of ongoing bilateral trade discussions.
