Construction tires imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of construction tires by Mozambique reached $28.1 million in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $28.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $33.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $16.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $17.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $30.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $15.0M | 2.8K t |
Where Mozambique imports construction tires from
The largest suppliers were China (27%), Japan (23%), South Africa (16%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.6M | 27% |
| Japan | $6.6M | 24% |
| South Africa | $4.4M | 16% |
| India | $3.4M | 12% |
| United States | $1.9M | 6.7% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 5.5% |
| Brazil | $260K | 0.9% |
| Zambia | $152K | 0.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $143K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.18 per kg, close to the world average of $4.86.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Construction tires exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $451 thousand of construction tires in 2024 (110 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 77% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $348K | 77% |
| Zambia | $52K | 12% |
| South Africa | $47K | 10% |
| Malawi | $4K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique construction tires imports (HS 4011.80): 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 4011.80: Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines.
Common questions
What is the value of construction tires imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported construction tires worth $28.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply construction tires to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by Japan (23%) and South Africa (16%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of construction tires per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.18 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $4.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of construction tires to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.0 million in 2017 to $28.1 million in 2024, an increase of 87%. The peak was 2023 at $33.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.0 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export construction tires?
Yes. Mozambique exported $451 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and South Africa. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $27.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for construction tires?
The HS code for construction tires is subheading 4011.80. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4011 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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