Electric forklifts imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported electric forklifts worth $2.1 million (239 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $3.5 million.
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 | 239 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 312 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 252 t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 211 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 319 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 459 t |
| 2018 | $752K | 153 t |
| 2017 | $634K | 79 t |
Where Mozambique imports electric forklifts from
China alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 66% |
| Portugal | $284K | 14% |
| South Africa | $208K | 10% |
| Mauritius | $58K | 2.8% |
| Mauritania | $57K | 2.8% |
| India | $53K | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $31K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $13K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.62 per kg, 21% above the world average of $7.11. 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 electric forklifts imports (HS 8427.10): 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 8427.10: Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric forklifts imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported electric forklifts worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 239 tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric forklifts to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Portugal (14%) and South Africa (10%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric forklifts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.62 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $7.11 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electric forklifts to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $634 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 225%. The peak was 2019 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric forklifts?
The HS code for electric forklifts is subheading 8427.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8427 page.
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