Alternative chemistry batteries imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported alternative chemistry batteries worth $5.6 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 33% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.3 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 | $5.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 143 t |
| 2017 | $5.1M | 20.4K t |
Where Mozambique imports alternative chemistry batteries from
Most of the value came from Hong Kong (32%), China (29%), Vietnam (18%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 32% |
| China | $1.6M | 29% |
| Vietnam | $1.0M | 18% |
| South Africa | $780K | 14% |
| Portugal | $95K | 1.7% |
| United States | $73K | 1.3% |
| India | $55K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $43K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $42K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.97 per kg, 55% below the world average of $11.10, 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.
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The shipment records behind Mozambique alternative chemistry batteries imports (HS 8507.80): 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 8507.80: Electric accumulators: other than lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of alternative chemistry batteries imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported alternative chemistry batteries worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply alternative chemistry batteries to Mozambique?
Hong Kong was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (29%) and Vietnam (18%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 692% on the year.
What is the average import price of alternative chemistry batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.97 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $11.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of alternative chemistry batteries to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.1 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2023 at $8.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for alternative chemistry batteries?
The HS code for alternative chemistry batteries is subheading 8507.80. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8507 page.
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