Ferro-alloys imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported ferro-alloys worth $5.9 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). That is 20% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 2.6K t |
Where Angola imports ferro-alloys from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (49%), India (49%), United Arab Emirates (1%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.9M | 49% |
| India | $2.9M | 49% |
| United Arab Emirates | $33K | 0.6% |
| China | $29K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $18K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $4K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0% |
| Japan | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7202
| 7202.30 | Ferro-silico-manganese | 47% |
| 7202.29 | Low silicon ferro-silicon | 43% |
| 7202.21 | High silicon ferro-silicon | 8.7% |
| 7202.99 | Other ferro-alloys | 0.4% |
| 7202.70 | Ferro-molybdenum | 0.4% |
| 7202.41 | High carbon ferro-chromium | 0.1% |
| 7202.11 | High carbon ferro-manganese | 0.1% |
| 7202.19 | Low carbon ferro-manganese | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7202.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.47 per kg, close to the world average of $1.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ferro-alloys exports from Angola
In 2024, Angola exported ferro-alloys worth $5.3 million (8.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (30%), Indonesia (24%), Malaysia (13%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $1.6M | 30% |
| Indonesia | $1.3M | 24% |
| Malaysia | $706K | 13% |
| United States | $333K | 6.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $231K | 4.4% |
| China | $228K | 4.3% |
| Senegal | $189K | 3.6% |
| Lebanon | $144K | 2.7% |
| Algeria | $128K | 2.4% |
| Libya | $111K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola ferro-alloys imports (HS 7202): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 7202: Ferro-alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of ferro-alloys imported by Angola?
Angola imported ferro-alloys worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 170 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply ferro-alloys to Angola?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by India (49%) and the United Arab Emirates (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average import price of ferro-alloys per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $1.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ferro-alloys to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. The peak was 2022 at $11.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Angola also export ferro-alloys?
Yes. Angola exported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Indonesia and Malaysia. That compares with imports of $5.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for ferro-alloys?
The HS code for ferro-alloys is heading 7202. In Angola the largest six-digit codes were 7202.30 (47% of the value) and 7202.29 (43%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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