Aluminium scrap exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of aluminium scrap by Mozambique reached $21.0 million in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). That is 101% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21.0M | 13.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 3.7K t |
Where Mozambique exports aluminium scrap to
The largest buyer markets were France (48%), India (27%), United Arab Emirates (7%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+864% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $10.0M | 48% |
| India | $5.7M | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 7.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $700K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $696K | 3.3% |
| China | $300K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $285K | 1.4% |
| Oman | $206K | 1% |
| Singapore | $74K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.56 per kg, close to the world average of $1.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 7602: Aluminium; waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium scrap exported by Mozambique?
Mozambique exported aluminium scrap worth $21.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 101% on 2023.
Which countries buy aluminium scrap from Mozambique?
France was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by India (27%) and the United Arab Emirates (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 864% on the year.
What is the average export price of aluminium scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.56 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $1.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of aluminium scrap from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $21.0 million in 2024, an increase of 270%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium scrap?
The HS code for aluminium scrap is heading 7602. In Mozambique all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7602.00. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7602 page.
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