Herbicide imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported herbicide worth $5.8 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.8 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 | $5.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 1.0K t |
Where Mozambique imports herbicide from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 60% |
| Belgium | $749K | 13% |
| South Africa | $558K | 9.7% |
| Malaysia | $363K | 6.3% |
| Switzerland | $214K | 3.7% |
| India | $159K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $142K | 2.5% |
| Chad | $56K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $43K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.58 per kg, 68% below the world average of $4.91, 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.
Herbicide exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported herbicide worth $2.0 million (417 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+410% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.7M | 83% |
| South Africa | $286K | 14% |
| Malawi | $49K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique herbicide imports (HS 3808.93): 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 3808.93: Herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators: other than containing goods of Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of herbicide imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported herbicide worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply herbicide to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Belgium (13%) and South Africa (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 85% on the year.
What is the average import price of herbicide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.58 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $4.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of herbicide to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2022 at $16.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export herbicide?
Yes. Mozambique exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, South Africa and Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for herbicide?
The HS code for herbicide is subheading 3808.93. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
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