Copper rods imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of copper rods by Mozambique reached $2.1 million in 2024 (874 tonnes). Value rose 265% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% 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 | $2.1M | 874 t |
| 2023 | $582K | 53 t |
| 2022 | $169K | 28 t |
| 2021 | $215K | 49 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 99 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $230K | 26 t |
| 2017 | $230K | 28 t |
Where Mozambique imports copper rods from
France alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+576% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.9M | 89% |
| South Africa | $181K | 8.5% |
| India | $15K | 0.7% |
| China | $12K | 0.6% |
| Portugal | $12K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7407
| 7407.10 | Copper: bars, rods and profiles, of refined copper | 50% |
| 7407.29 | Copper alloy rods | 45% |
| 7407.21 | Brass rods | 4.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7407.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.43 per kg, 74% below the world average of $9.24, 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.
Copper rods exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $1.2 million of copper rods in 2024 (130 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 69% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $839K | 69% |
| India | $381K | 31% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique copper rods imports (HS 7407): 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 7407: Copper; bars, rods and profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of copper rods imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported copper rods worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 874 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 265% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper rods to Mozambique?
France was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by South Africa (9%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 576% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.43 per kg in 2024, 74% below the world average of $9.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of copper rods to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $230 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 823%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $876 thousand a year.
Does Mozambique also export copper rods?
Yes. Mozambique exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, India and Zimbabwe. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $906 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for copper rods?
The HS code for copper rods is heading 7407. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 7407.10 (50% of the value) and 7407.29 (45%).
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