Abrasive grinding wheels imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of abrasive grinding wheels by Mozambique reached $3.9 million in 2024 (597 tonnes). That is 49% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $3.9M | 597 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 521 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 501 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 390 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 408 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 373 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 275 t |
| 2017 | $945K | 270 t |
Where Mozambique imports abrasive grinding wheels from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 74% |
| South Africa | $893K | 23% |
| France | $46K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $40K | 1% |
| India | $16K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $13K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $12K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0.1% |
| Afghanistan | $3K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.58 per kg, 26% above the world average of $5.21. 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 Mozambique abrasive grinding wheels imports (HS 6804.22): 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 6804.22: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like: of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of abrasive grinding wheels imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported abrasive grinding wheels worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 597 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply abrasive grinding wheels to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by South Africa (23%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 712% on the year.
What is the average import price of abrasive grinding wheels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.58 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $5.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of abrasive grinding wheels to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $945 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 316%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for abrasive grinding wheels?
The HS code for abrasive grinding wheels is subheading 6804.22. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6804 page.
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