Manganese ore imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Angola imported $5.0 million of manganese ore in 2024 (44.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 1553% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 63% a year on average.
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 | $5.0M | 44.5K t |
| 2023 | $305K | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $22K | 21 t |
| 2018 | $11K | 11 t |
| 2017 | $168K | 215 t |
Where Angola imports manganese ore from
Most of the value came from South Africa (36%), China (27%), Cote d'Ivoire (18%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+561% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.8M | 36% |
| China | $1.4M | 27% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $894K | 18% |
| Nigeria | $545K | 11% |
| DR Congo | $171K | 3.4% |
| Senegal | $159K | 3.2% |
| Kenya | $81K | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $24K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.11 per kg, 27% below the world average of $0.15, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Manganese ore exports from Angola
Angola exported $228 thousand of manganese ore in 2024 (618 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+441% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $165K | 73% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $63K | 28% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola manganese ore imports (HS 2602): 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 2602: Manganese ores and concentrates, including ferruginous manganese ores and concentrates with a manganese content of 20% or more, calculated on the dry weight.
Common questions
What is the value of manganese ore imported by Angola?
Angola imported manganese ore worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 122 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply manganese ore to Angola?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (27%) and Cote d'Ivoire (18%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 561% on the year.
What is the average import price of manganese ore per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.11 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $0.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of manganese ore to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $168 thousand in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
Does Angola also export manganese ore?
Yes. Angola exported $228 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for manganese ore?
The HS code for manganese ore is heading 2602. In Angola all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2602.00. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2602 page.
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