Ceramic floor and wall tiles imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $20.8 million of ceramic floor and wall tiles in 2024 (46.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 45% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $37.8 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 | $20.8M | 46.0K t |
| 2023 | $37.8M | 90.3K t |
| 2022 | $30.1M | 96.2K t |
| 2021 | $32.9M | 84.0K t |
| 2020 | $26.0M | 71.0K t |
| 2019 | $30.8M | 72.7K t |
| 2018 | $22.3M | 58.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.7M | 38.7K t |
Where Mozambique imports ceramic floor and wall tiles from
The largest suppliers were India (28%), China (28%), South Africa (12%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.9M | 28% |
| China | $5.8M | 28% |
| South Africa | $2.6M | 12% |
| Portugal | $2.6M | 12% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.0M | 5% |
| Spain | $974K | 4.7% |
| Zambia | $654K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $523K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $254K | 1.2% |
| Tanzania | $204K | 1% |
Product types under HS 6907
| 6907.21 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) | 44% |
| 6907.22 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (standard) | 20% |
| 6907.23 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (porous) | 17% |
| 6907.40 | Ceramic trim and finishing pieces | 17% |
| 6907.30 | Ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes | 2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6907.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.45 per kg, close to the world average of $0.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ceramic floor and wall tiles exports from Mozambique
Exports of ceramic floor and wall tiles by Mozambique reached $702 thousand in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Madagascar accounted for 53% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Madagascar | $369K | 53% |
| South Africa | $249K | 36% |
| Mauritius | $56K | 7.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $13K | 1.9% |
| Malawi | $13K | 1.8% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0.4% |
| Cuba | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique ceramic floor and wall tiles imports (HS 6907): 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 6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported ceramic floor and wall tiles worth $20.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 125th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic floor and wall tiles to Mozambique?
India was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by China (28%) and South Africa (12%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic floor and wall tiles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.45 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $0.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.7 million in 2017 to $20.8 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2023 at $37.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.4 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export ceramic floor and wall tiles?
Yes. Mozambique exported $702 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Madagascar, South Africa and Mauritius. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $20.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles is heading 6907. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 6907.21 (44% of the value) and 6907.22 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Mozambique. Tell us your product to see it live.
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