Nitrogen compound imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $8.6 million of nitrogen compound in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). That is 35% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.2 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 | $8.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 1.3K t |
Where Mozambique imports nitrogen compound from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.5M | 53% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 22% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $444K | 5.2% |
| United States | $280K | 3.3% |
| Canada | $128K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $107K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $73K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $60K | 0.7% |
| Malta | $44K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 2929
| 2929.10 | Nitrogen-function compounds: n.e.c. in chapter 29, isocyanates | 80% |
| 2929.90 | Nitrogen-function compounds (other) | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2929.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.78 per kg, close to the world average of $2.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Nitrogen compound exports from Mozambique
Exports of nitrogen compound by Mozambique reached $314 thousand in 2024 (140 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $314K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique nitrogen compound imports (HS 2929): 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 2929: Nitrogen-function compounds, n.e.c. in chapter 29.
Common questions
What is the value of nitrogen compound imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported nitrogen compound worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 184 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply nitrogen compound to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by South Korea (22%) and the United Arab Emirates (12%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average import price of nitrogen compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.78 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $2.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of nitrogen compound to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2023 at $13.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export nitrogen compound?
Yes. Mozambique exported $314 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for nitrogen compound?
The HS code for nitrogen compound is heading 2929. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 2929.10 (80% of the value) and 2929.90 (20%).
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