Freight cars (other types) imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $41.1 million of freight cars (other types) in 2024 (6.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 68% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 247% 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 | $41.1M | 6.7K t |
| 2023 | $24.5M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $21.5M | 6.1K t |
| 2020 | $26.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $7K | 2 t |
Where Mozambique imports freight cars (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.0M | 78% |
| India | $7.8M | 19% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.17 per kg, 31% above the world average of $4.72. 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.
Freight cars (other types) exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $2.8 million of freight cars (other types) in 2024 (284 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $2.8M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique freight cars (other types) imports (HS 8606.99): 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 8606.99: Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons: n.e.c. in heading no. 8606, not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of freight cars (other types) imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported freight cars (other types) worth $41.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 111 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply freight cars (other types) to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($32.0 million), followed by India (19%) and South Africa (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of freight cars (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.17 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $4.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of freight cars (other types) to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7 thousand in 2017 to $41.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export freight cars (other types)?
Yes. Mozambique exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $38.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for freight cars (other types)?
The HS code for freight cars (other types) is subheading 8606.99. It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8606 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Mozambique, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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