Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $10.8 million of electrical switching apparatus (other) in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $10.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 443 t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 655 t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 477 t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 595 t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 486 t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 517 t |
Where Mozambique imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
Most of the value came from South Africa (39%), China (32%), Portugal (10%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+521% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.2M | 39% |
| China | $3.4M | 32% |
| Portugal | $1.1M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $438K | 4% |
| France | $349K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $254K | 2.3% |
| Kenya | $248K | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $176K | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $134K | 1.2% |
| United States | $110K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.74 per kg, 89% below the world average of $35.57, 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.
Electrical switching apparatus (other) exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $256 thousand (10 tonnes). South Africa alone took 84% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $215K | 84% |
| Zimbabwe | $23K | 9% |
| Malawi | $9K | 3.5% |
| Portugal | $3K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $3K | 1.1% |
| Angola | $3K | 1% |
| United States | $0K | 0.2% |
| Qatar | $0K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by China (32%) and Portugal (10%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 521% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.74 per kg in 2024, 89% below the world average of $35.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, an increase of 70%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export electrical switching apparatus (other)?
Yes. Mozambique exported $256 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $10.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8536 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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