Cotton seed cake exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
Mozambique exported $3.3 million of cotton seed cake in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 79 countries. That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $55K | 400 t |
| 2019 | $973K | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $914K | 4.6K t |
Where Mozambique exports cotton seed cake to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 89% |
| South Africa | $248K | 7.6% |
| Malawi | $68K | 2.1% |
| Greece | $31K | 0.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $29K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.11 per kg, 217% above the world average of $0.35. 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.
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The shipment records behind Mozambique cotton seed cake exports (HS 1207.29): 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 1207.29: Oil seeds: cotton seeds, other than seed, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton seed cake exported by Mozambique?
Mozambique exported cotton seed cake worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 79 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton seed cake from Mozambique?
China was the largest buyer with 88% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by South Africa (8%) and Malawi (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton seed cake per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.11 per kg in 2024, 217% above the world average of $0.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cotton seed cake from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $914 thousand in 2018 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 259%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton seed cake?
The HS code for cotton seed cake is subheading 1207.29. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
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