Coated steel sheets imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported coated steel sheets worth $92.4 million (79.9 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $92.4M | 79.9K t |
| 2023 | $91.7M | 81.9K t |
| 2022 | $43.4M | 78.7K t |
| 2021 | $46.4M | 59.5K t |
| 2020 | $74.0M | 803.0K t |
| 2019 | $74.8M | 84.9K t |
| 2018 | $76.5M | 59.7K t |
| 2017 | $25.1M | 330.2K t |
Where Mozambique imports coated steel sheets from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $87.6M | 95% |
| South Africa | $3.7M | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $526K | 0.6% |
| Portugal | $108K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $103K | 0.1% |
| India | $82K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $72K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $67K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $59K | 0.1% |
| Chile | $41K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7210
| 7210.70 | Plastic-coated steel sheet | 70% |
| 7210.49 | Zinc-coated steel sheet | 14% |
| 7210.30 | Zinc-plated steel sheet | 3.8% |
| 7210.12 | Tin-plated steel sheet thin | 2.9% |
| 7210.90 | Other coated steel | 2.8% |
| 7210.61 | Aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel | 2.1% |
| 7210.41 | Corrugated zinc-coated steel | 1.7% |
| 7210.50 | Chromium coated steel sheet | 1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7210.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, close to the world average of $0.99.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Coated steel sheets exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $5.5 million of coated steel sheets in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). Malawi alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+146% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $3.7M | 67% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.2M | 22% |
| China | $588K | 11% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique coated steel sheets imports (HS 7210): 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 7210: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width 600mm or more, clad, plated or coated.
Common questions
What is the value of coated steel sheets imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported coated steel sheets worth $92.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 79.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated steel sheets to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($87.6 million), followed by South Africa (4%) and the United Arab Emirates (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 350% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated steel sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coated steel sheets to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.1 million in 2017 to $92.4 million in 2024, an increase of 269%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $65.5 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export coated steel sheets?
Yes. Mozambique exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, Zimbabwe and China. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $86.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated steel sheets?
The HS code for coated steel sheets is heading 7210. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 7210.70 (70% of the value) and 7210.49 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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