Hot-rolled steel coil thin imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported hot-rolled steel coil thin worth $11.8 million (20.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $22.9 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 | $11.8M | 20.8K t |
| 2023 | $14.3M | 17.0K t |
| 2022 | $22.9M | 15.3K t |
| 2021 | $19.6M | 35.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 19.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 18.0K t |
| 2018 | $19.3M | 29.7K t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 20.7K t |
Where Mozambique imports hot-rolled steel coil thin from
Japan alone supplied 79% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $9.3M | 79% |
| China | $2.4M | 21% |
| India | $71K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $20K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.57 per kg, close to the world average of $0.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hot-rolled steel coil thin exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported hot-rolled steel coil thin worth $1.4 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
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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 7208.39: Iron or non-alloy steel: in coils, without patterns in relief, flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, of a thickness of less than 3mm.
Common questions
What is the value of hot-rolled steel coil thin imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported hot-rolled steel coil thin worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 162 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply hot-rolled steel coil thin to Mozambique?
Japan was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by China (21%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of hot-rolled steel coil thin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.57 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $0.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hot-rolled steel coil thin to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2022 at $22.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.8 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export hot-rolled steel coil thin?
Yes. Mozambique exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for hot-rolled steel coil thin?
The HS code for hot-rolled steel coil thin is subheading 7208.39. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7208 page.
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