High-density polyethylene imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of high-density polyethylene by Mozambique reached $21.7 million in 2024 (21.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 14% 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 | $21.7M | 21.6K t |
| 2023 | $19.0M | 16.7K t |
| 2022 | $20.8M | 17.0K t |
| 2021 | $21.9M | 17.0K t |
| 2020 | $10.2M | 9.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.4M | 10.4K t |
| 2018 | $16.5M | 15.4K t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 12.9K t |
Where Mozambique imports high-density polyethylene from
Most of the value came from Thailand (29%), South Korea (25%), Saudi Arabia (18%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+253% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $6.3M | 29% |
| South Korea | $5.3M | 25% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.0M | 18% |
| China | $2.3M | 11% |
| India | $1.1M | 5% |
| South Africa | $690K | 3.2% |
| United States | $521K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $514K | 2.4% |
| Portugal | $459K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $236K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.00 per kg, close to the world average of $1.13.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High-density polyethylene exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $1.6 million of high-density polyethylene in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 98% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+420% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $1.6M | 98% |
| Malawi | $27K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique high-density polyethylene imports (HS 3901.20): 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 3901.20: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more.
Common questions
What is the value of high-density polyethylene imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported high-density polyethylene worth $21.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply high-density polyethylene to Mozambique?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by South Korea (25%) and Saudi Arabia (18%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average import price of high-density polyethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.00 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $1.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of high-density polyethylene to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $21.7 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2021 at $21.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.4 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export high-density polyethylene?
Yes. Mozambique exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe and Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $20.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for high-density polyethylene?
The HS code for high-density polyethylene is subheading 3901.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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