Chromium ore exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
Mozambique exported $14.6 million of chromium ore in 2024 (41.6 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $14.6M | 41.6K t |
| 2023 | $15.0M | 47.5K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 52.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 12.0K t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 44.9K t |
| 2019 | $445K | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 21.7K t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 16.0K t |
Where Mozambique exports chromium ore to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.4M | 92% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 7.4% |
| India | $146K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.35 per kg, 52% above the world average of $0.23. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chromium ore imports to Mozambique
Mozambique imported $1.98 billion of chromium ore in 2024 (8.81 million tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 109 countries for imports of this product. South Africa alone supplied 96% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.89B | 96% |
| Zimbabwe | $89.0M | 4.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique chromium ore exports (HS 2610): 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 2610: Chromium ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of chromium ore exported by Mozambique?
Mozambique exported chromium ore worth $14.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 67 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy chromium ore from Mozambique?
China was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($13.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (7%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average export price of chromium ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.35 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $0.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of chromium ore from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $14.6 million in 2024, an increase of 195%. The peak was 2022 at $17.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
Does Mozambique also import chromium ore?
Yes. Mozambique imported $1.98 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa and Zimbabwe. That compares with exports of $14.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for chromium ore?
The HS code for chromium ore is heading 2610. In Mozambique all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2610.00. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2610 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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