Cotton seeds imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $4.9 million of cotton seeds in 2024 (328 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 100 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% 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 | $4.9M | 329 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 331 t |
| 2022 | $47K | 25 t |
| 2021 | $128K | 53 t |
| 2020 | $87K | 50 t |
| 2019 | $317K | 377 t |
| 2018 | $438K | 448 t |
| 2017 | $253K | 157 t |
Where Mozambique imports cotton seeds from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.3M | 88% |
| Hong Kong | $406K | 8.3% |
| Singapore | $137K | 2.8% |
| India | $59K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.87 per kg, 993% above the world average of $1.36. 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.
Cotton seeds exports from Mozambique
Exports of cotton seeds by Mozambique reached $3.2 million in 2024 (160 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 99% |
| Zimbabwe | $31K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique cotton seeds imports (HS 1207.21): 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 1207.21: Oil seeds: cotton seeds, seed, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton seeds imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported cotton seeds worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 328 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 100 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton seeds to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Hong Kong (8%) and Singapore (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of cotton seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.87 per kg in 2024, 993% above the world average of $1.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton seeds to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $253 thousand in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $5.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export cotton seeds?
Yes. Mozambique exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China and Zimbabwe. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton seeds?
The HS code for cotton seeds is subheading 1207.21. 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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