Cast iron articles imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported cast iron articles worth $3.9 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $6.3 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 | $3.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 1.9K t |
Where Mozambique imports cast iron articles from
China alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 61% |
| India | $512K | 13% |
| South Africa | $448K | 12% |
| Portugal | $236K | 6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $110K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $96K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $38K | 1% |
| Honduras | $36K | 0.9% |
| France | $26K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 7325
| 7325.91 | Grinding balls | 50% |
| 7325.99 | Cast iron articles other | 30% |
| 7325.10 | Non-malleable cast iron articles | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7325.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.06 per kg, 58% below the world average of $2.50, 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.
Cast iron articles exports from Mozambique
Exports of cast iron articles by Mozambique reached $2.0 million in 2024 (913 tonnes). Angola alone took 83% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $1.7M | 83% |
| Zimbabwe | $356K | 18% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique cast iron articles imports (HS 7325): 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 7325: Iron or steel; cast articles.
Common questions
What is the value of cast iron articles imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported cast iron articles worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 97th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply cast iron articles to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (13%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 662% on the year.
What is the average import price of cast iron articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.06 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $2.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cast iron articles to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2020 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export cast iron articles?
Yes. Mozambique exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Zimbabwe and South Africa. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cast iron articles?
The HS code for cast iron articles is heading 7325. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 7325.91 (50% of the value) and 7325.99 (30%).
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