Packing and wrapping machinery imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported packing and wrapping machinery worth $3.3 million (132 tonnes). That is 59% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.0 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 | $3.3M | 132 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 441 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 232 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 580 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 336 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 156 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 129 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 95 t |
Where Mozambique imports packing and wrapping machinery from
The largest suppliers were India (29%), South Africa (22%), China (20%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $954K | 29% |
| South Africa | $718K | 22% |
| China | $661K | 20% |
| Italy | $386K | 12% |
| Pakistan | $146K | 4.4% |
| Turkey | $139K | 4.2% |
| Brazil | $104K | 3.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $57K | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $53K | 1.6% |
| United States | $28K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.01 per kg, 30% below the world average of $35.78, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Packing and wrapping machinery exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported packing and wrapping machinery worth $303 thousand (15 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 59% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $178K | 59% |
| Zimbabwe | $125K | 41% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique packing and wrapping machinery imports (HS 8422.40): 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 8422.40: Machinery: for packing or wrapping.
Common questions
What is the value of packing and wrapping machinery imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported packing and wrapping machinery worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 132 tonnes. That ranks it 116th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 59% on 2023.
Which countries supply packing and wrapping machinery to Mozambique?
India was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($954 thousand), followed by South Africa (22%) and China (20%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 557% on the year.
What is the average import price of packing and wrapping machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.01 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $35.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of packing and wrapping machinery to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. The peak was 2023 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export packing and wrapping machinery?
Yes. Mozambique exported $303 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa and Zimbabwe. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for packing and wrapping machinery?
The HS code for packing and wrapping machinery is subheading 8422.40. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8422 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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