General cargo trailers imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of general cargo trailers by Mozambique reached $25.6 million in 2024 (7.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 26% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $34.5 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 | $25.6M | 7.5K t |
| 2023 | $34.5M | 9.4K t |
| 2022 | $21.0M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $18.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $12.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $19.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $20.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 2.5K t |
Where Mozambique imports general cargo trailers from
Most of the value came from China (49%), South Africa (45%), Portugal (2%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.5M | 49% |
| South Africa | $11.7M | 46% |
| Portugal | $540K | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $301K | 1.2% |
| Zambia | $230K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $227K | 0.9% |
| Finland | $53K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $34K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $23K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.41 per kg, close to the world average of $3.89.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
General cargo trailers exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported general cargo trailers worth $893 thousand (548 tonnes). Most of it went to Tanzania (43%), Zimbabwe (36%), South Africa (9%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $384K | 43% |
| Zimbabwe | $321K | 36% |
| South Africa | $80K | 8.9% |
| Angola | $79K | 8.8% |
| Zambia | $30K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique general cargo trailers imports (HS 8716.39): 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 8716.39: Trailers and semi-trailers: (other than tanker type).
Common questions
What is the value of general cargo trailers imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported general cargo trailers worth $25.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply general cargo trailers to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($12.5 million), followed by South Africa (45%) and Portugal (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 571% on the year.
What is the average import price of general cargo trailers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.41 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $3.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of general cargo trailers to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $25.6 million in 2024, an increase of 293%. The peak was 2023 at $34.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.8 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export general cargo trailers?
Yes. Mozambique exported $893 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, Zimbabwe and South Africa. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $24.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for general cargo trailers?
The HS code for general cargo trailers is subheading 8716.39. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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