Computer storage units imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported computer storage units worth $2.7 million (8 tonnes). Value rose 36% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.8 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 | $2.7M | 8 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 14 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 19 t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 41 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 24 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 40 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 16 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 31 t |
Where Mozambique imports computer storage units from
Most of the value came from Mexico (28%), China (12%), South Africa (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+505% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $759K | 28% |
| China | $318K | 12% |
| South Africa | $200K | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $156K | 5.7% |
| Portugal | $155K | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $142K | 5.2% |
| Thailand | $127K | 4.7% |
| Vietnam | $125K | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 4.1% |
| Morocco | $97K | 3.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $354.43 per kg, close to the world average of $384.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer storage units exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $337 thousand of computer storage units in 2024 (2 tonnes). United Kingdom alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+755% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $241K | 72% |
| Netherlands | $72K | 21% |
| Singapore | $17K | 5% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique computer storage units imports (HS 8471.70): 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 8471.70: Units of automatic data processing machines: storage units.
Common questions
What is the value of computer storage units imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported computer storage units worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8 tonnes. That ranks it 128th of 219 countries worldwide. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer storage units to Mozambique?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($759 thousand), followed by China (12%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 505% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer storage units per kg?
The average declared import value was about $354.43 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $384.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer storage units to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. The peak was 2021 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export computer storage units?
Yes. Mozambique exported $337 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Singapore. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer storage units?
The HS code for computer storage units is subheading 8471.70. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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