Postage stamps and securities imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported postage stamps and securities worth $57.6 million (135 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. That is 67% less 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 $221.7 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 | $57.6M | 135 t |
| 2023 | $175.5M | 272 t |
| 2022 | $221.7M | 409 t |
| 2021 | $147.4M | 300 t |
| 2020 | $126.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $36.0M | 122 t |
| 2018 | $53.2M | 392 t |
| 2017 | $28.2M | 404 t |
Where Angola imports postage stamps and securities from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (47%), Portugal (40%), Malta (6%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $27.3M | 48% |
| Portugal | $22.9M | 40% |
| Malta | $3.5M | 6% |
| Malaysia | $3.0M | 5.3% |
| China | $596K | 1% |
| Mozambique | $90K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $81K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $53K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $427.62 per kg, 690% above the world average of $54.12. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Angola postage stamps and securities imports (HS 4907): 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 4907: Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognised face value; stamp-impressed paper; cheque forms; banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and the like of similar title.
Common questions
What is the value of postage stamps and securities imported by Angola?
Angola imported postage stamps and securities worth $57.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 135 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 204 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply postage stamps and securities to Angola?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($27.3 million), followed by Portugal (40%) and Malta (6%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of postage stamps and securities per kg?
The average declared import value was about $427.62 per kg in 2024, 690% above the world average of $54.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of postage stamps and securities to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.2 million in 2017 to $57.6 million in 2024, an increase of 104%. The peak was 2022 at $221.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $105.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for postage stamps and securities?
The HS code for postage stamps and securities is heading 4907. In Angola all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4907.00. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4907 page.
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