Glue imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of glue by Mozambique reached $4.0 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.4 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 | $4.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 1.4K t |
Where Mozambique imports glue from
Most of the value came from South Africa (49%), China (25%), India (14%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.0M | 49% |
| China | $1.0M | 25% |
| India | $555K | 14% |
| Portugal | $136K | 3.4% |
| United States | $84K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $70K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $50K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $45K | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $21K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $21K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 3506
| 3506.91 | Polymer adhesive | 42% |
| 3506.99 | Multi-purpose adhesive | 33% |
| 3506.10 | Retail adhesive | 26% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.40 per kg, 67% below the world average of $4.24, 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.
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The shipment records behind Mozambique glue imports (HS 3506): 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 3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight.
Common questions
What is the value of glue imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported glue worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 132nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply glue to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (25%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 249% on the year.
What is the average import price of glue per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.40 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $4.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glue to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 0%. The peak was 2023 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for glue?
The HS code for glue is heading 3506. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 3506.91 (42% of the value) and 3506.99 (33%).
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