Cotton knit sweater imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton knit sweater by Mozambique reached $3.3 million in 2024 (81 tonnes). Value rose 245% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $3.3M | 81 t |
| 2023 | $955K | 94 t |
| 2022 | $454K | 125 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 804 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $83K | 7 t |
| 2017 | $412K | 16 t |
Where Mozambique imports cotton knit sweater from
One supplier dominates: Portugal accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $1.9M | 58% |
| China | $1.3M | 39% |
| South Africa | $52K | 1.6% |
| India | $21K | 0.6% |
| Madagascar | $11K | 0.3% |
| Mauritius | $11K | 0.3% |
| Bangladesh | $10K | 0.3% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $2K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.51 per kg, 63% above the world average of $24.81. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique cotton knit sweater imports (HS 6110.20): 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 6110.20: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit sweater imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported cotton knit sweater worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 81 tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 245% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit sweater to Mozambique?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by China (39%) and South Africa (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 443% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit sweater per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.51 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $24.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit sweater to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $412 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 699%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit sweater?
The HS code for cotton knit sweater is subheading 6110.20. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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