Aluminium rods imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium rods by Mozambique reached $18.5 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 130% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $18.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $10.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 2.1K t |
Where Mozambique imports aluminium rods from
China alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+516% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.3M | 72% |
| Portugal | $2.6M | 14% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 12% |
| Turkey | $237K | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $97K | 0.5% |
| India | $35K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $22K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 0% |
| Finland | $7K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7604
| 7604.21 | Aluminium alloy hollow profiles | 61% |
| 7604.29 | Aluminium alloy rods | 32% |
| 7604.10 | Pure aluminium rods | 7.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7604.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.47 per kg, close to the world average of $4.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium rods exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported aluminium rods worth $1.7 million (630 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.5M | 88% |
| United Arab Emirates | $101K | 5.9% |
| Finland | $69K | 4% |
| India | $24K | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $9K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique aluminium rods imports (HS 7604): 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 7604: Aluminium; bars, rods and profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium rods imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported aluminium rods worth $18.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 130% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium rods to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($13.3 million), followed by Portugal (14%) and South Africa (12%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 516% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.47 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $4.88 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium rods to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $18.5 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export aluminium rods?
Yes. Mozambique exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United Arab Emirates and Finland. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $16.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium rods?
The HS code for aluminium rods is heading 7604. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 7604.21 (61% of the value) and 7604.29 (32%).
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