Mineral water imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported mineral water worth $7.5 million (102.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 901% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% a year on average.
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 | $7.5M | 102.2K t |
| 2023 | $751K | 644 t |
| 2022 | $444K | 707 t |
| 2021 | $401K | 697 t |
| 2020 | $320K | 805 t |
| 2019 | $525K | 990 t |
| 2018 | $408K | 833 t |
| 2017 | $435K | 1.1K t |
Where Mozambique imports mineral water from
One supplier dominates: Tanzania accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $7.0M | 93% |
| Portugal | $268K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $248K | 3.3% |
| Malawi | $14K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $6K | 0.1% |
| China | $6K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2201
| 2201.10 | Waters: mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured) | 97% |
| 2201.90 | Purified drinking water | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2201.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.07 per kg, 75% above the world average of $0.04. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mineral water exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $228 thousand of mineral water in 2024 (784 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Malawi (48%), South Africa (30%), Greece (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $110K | 48% |
| South Africa | $69K | 30% |
| Greece | $13K | 5.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $11K | 4.9% |
| French Polynesia | $4K | 1.8% |
| Poland | $3K | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $3K | 1.4% |
| Mauritius | $3K | 1.1% |
| Cyprus | $2K | 0.9% |
| China | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique mineral water imports (HS 2201): 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 2201: Waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured; ice and snow.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral water imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported mineral water worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 102.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 901% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral water to Mozambique?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Portugal (4%) and South Africa (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral water per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.07 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $0.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mineral water to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $435 thousand in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export mineral water?
Yes. Mozambique exported $228 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, South Africa and Greece. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral water?
The HS code for mineral water is heading 2201. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 2201.10 (97% of the value) and 2201.90 (3%).
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