Ceramic pigment imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported ceramic pigment worth $21.9 million (22.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 170% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% 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 | $21.9M | 22.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $744K | 641 t |
| 2019 | $478K | 253 t |
| 2018 | $644K | 179 t |
| 2017 | $567K | 223 t |
Where Mozambique imports ceramic pigment from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.4M | 89% |
| Mauritius | $820K | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $683K | 3.1% |
| South Africa | $455K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $428K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $86K | 0.4% |
| India | $14K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $3K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 3207
| 3207.20 | Vitrifiable enamels and glazes | 78% |
| 3207.10 | Prepared pigments and colors | 15% |
| 3207.40 | Glass frit and glass powder | 6.4% |
| 3207.30 | Ceramic lustres | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3207.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, 46% below the world average of $1.78, 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.
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The shipment records behind Mozambique ceramic pigment imports (HS 3207): 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 3207: Pigments, prepared; opacifiers, colours, vitrifiable enamels, glazes, engobes (slips), liquid lustres etc as used in the ceramic enamelling or glass industry; glass frit and powder, granules or flakes.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic pigment imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported ceramic pigment worth $21.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 197 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 170% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic pigment to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($19.4 million), followed by Mauritius (4%) and Portugal (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 240% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic pigment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 46% 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 imports of ceramic pigment to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $567 thousand in 2017 to $21.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic pigment?
The HS code for ceramic pigment is heading 3207. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 3207.20 (78% of the value) and 3207.10 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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