Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $9.2 million (17.3 thousand tonnes). That is 32% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.5 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 | $9.2M | 17.3K t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 28.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.0M | 28.8K t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 26.7K t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 24.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.6M | 26.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 21.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 14.2K t |
Where Mozambique imports ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) from
Most of the value came from India (37%), Portugal (24%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.4M | 37% |
| Portugal | $2.2M | 24% |
| China | $1.7M | 19% |
| Spain | $775K | 8.4% |
| South Africa | $597K | 6.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $370K | 4% |
| Turkey | $108K | 1.2% |
| Brazil | $62K | 0.7% |
| Vietnam | $34K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $17K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, close to the world average of $0.55.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) exports from Mozambique
Exports of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) by Mozambique reached $399 thousand in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Madagascar alone took 57% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Madagascar | $229K | 57% |
| South Africa | $157K | 39% |
| Zimbabwe | $12K | 3% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Cuba | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports (HS 6907.21): 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 6907.21: Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 124th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Mozambique?
India was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Portugal (24%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 106% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. The peak was 2023 at $13.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
Yes. Mozambique exported $399 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Madagascar, South Africa and Zimbabwe. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) is subheading 6907.21. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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