Paint thinner imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported paint thinner worth $2.5 million (834 tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $2.5M | 834 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 873 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 617 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 555 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 502 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 425 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 770 t |
Where Mozambique imports paint thinner from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (44%), United States (23%), Portugal (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+333% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.1M | 44% |
| United States | $575K | 23% |
| Portugal | $454K | 18% |
| China | $112K | 4.4% |
| India | $73K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $62K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $49K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $27K | 1.1% |
| Kuwait | $24K | 1% |
| Botswana | $16K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.05 per kg, 27% above the world average of $2.40. 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.
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The shipment records behind Mozambique paint thinner imports (HS 3814): 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 3814: Organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers.
Common questions
What is the value of paint thinner imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported paint thinner worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 834 tonnes. That ranks it 111th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint thinner to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the United States (23%) and Portugal (18%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 534% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint thinner per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.05 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $2.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paint thinner to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 149%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint thinner?
The HS code for paint thinner is heading 3814. In Mozambique all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3814.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3814 page.
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