Large diameter steel pipes imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $7.4 million of large diameter steel pipes in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). That is 174% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $17.1 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 | $7.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $11.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.9M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $17.1M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 12.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 1.3K t |
Where Mozambique imports large diameter steel pipes from
Most of the value came from China (43%), South Africa (29%), South Korea (25%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+874% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 43% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 29% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $216K | 2.9% |
| Portugal | $13K | 0.2% |
| India | $12K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $6K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7305
| 7305.90 | Large diameter tube (other) | 42% |
| 7305.31 | Longitudinally welded large pipe | 29% |
| 7305.39 | Spiral welded large pipe | 24% |
| 7305.11 | Submerged arc welded line pipe | 4.2% |
| 7305.19 | Spiral welded line pipe | 0.4% |
| 7305.12 | Longitudinally welded line pipe | 0.1% |
| 7305.20 | Large diameter casing | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7305.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.51 per kg, close to the world average of $1.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large diameter steel pipes exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $7.3 million of large diameter steel pipes in 2024 (22.8 thousand tonnes). South Africa alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+198% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.3M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique large diameter steel pipes imports (HS 7305): 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 7305: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron); tubes and pipes (e.g. welded, riveted or similarly closed), having circular cross-sections, external diameter of which exceeds 406.4mm, not seamless.
Common questions
What is the value of large diameter steel pipes imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported large diameter steel pipes worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 174% on 2023.
Which countries supply large diameter steel pipes to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by South Africa (29%) and South Korea (25%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 874% on the year.
What is the average import price of large diameter steel pipes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.51 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of large diameter steel pipes to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 341%. The peak was 2019 at $17.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export large diameter steel pipes?
Yes. Mozambique exported $7.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa. That compares with imports of $7.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for large diameter steel pipes?
The HS code for large diameter steel pipes is heading 7305. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 7305.90 (42% of the value) and 7305.31 (29%).
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