Plastic bottle imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic bottle by Mozambique reached $66.5 million in 2024 (152.9 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $66.5M | 152.9K t |
| 2023 | $66.5M | 73.5K t |
| 2022 | $66.5M | 53.9K t |
| 2021 | $47.2M | 30.8K t |
| 2020 | $43.2M | 21.1K t |
| 2019 | $52.2M | 23.8K t |
| 2018 | $38.0M | 22.3K t |
| 2017 | $30.5M | 47.7K t |
Where Mozambique imports plastic bottle from
The largest suppliers were China (30%), South Africa (29%), Mauritius (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.2M | 30% |
| South Africa | $19.4M | 29% |
| Mauritius | $8.3M | 13% |
| India | $5.8M | 8.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.4M | 5.1% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 2.9% |
| Botswana | $1.5M | 2.2% |
| Luxembourg | $979K | 1.5% |
| Egypt | $700K | 1.1% |
| Croatia | $454K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 3923
| 3923.29 | Plastic bags (other polymers) | 21% |
| 3923.30 | Plastic bottles and carboys | 20% |
| 3923.10 | Plastic packing cases | 18% |
| 3923.90 | Plastic packing articles (other) | 17% |
| 3923.21 | Polyethylene bags | 12% |
| 3923.50 | Plastic caps and closures | 12% |
| 3923.40 | Plastic spools and bobbins | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3923.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.43 per kg, 89% below the world average of $3.90, 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.
Plastic bottle exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $601 thousand of plastic bottle in 2024 (499 tonnes). Most of it went to Zimbabwe (48%), South Africa (30%), Malawi (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $288K | 48% |
| South Africa | $179K | 30% |
| Malawi | $78K | 13% |
| Portugal | $33K | 5.5% |
| Zambia | $13K | 2.2% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
| Marshall Isds | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique plastic bottle imports (HS 3923): 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 3923: Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic bottle imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported plastic bottle worth $66.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 152.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic bottle to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($20.2 million), followed by South Africa (29%) and Mauritius (13%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 141% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic bottle per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.43 per kg in 2024, 89% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic bottle to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.5 million in 2017 to $66.5 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. The peak was 2023 at $66.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.3 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export plastic bottle?
Yes. Mozambique exported $601 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, South Africa and Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $65.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic bottle?
The HS code for plastic bottle is heading 3923. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 3923.29 (21% of the value) and 3923.30 (20%).
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