Plastic film imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported plastic film worth $14.5 million (8.9 thousand tonnes). That is 41% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $14.5M | 8.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $10.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 1.9K t |
Where Mozambique imports plastic film from
Most of the value came from South Africa (32%), China (29%), India (19%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+209% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.6M | 32% |
| China | $4.2M | 29% |
| India | $2.8M | 19% |
| United Arab Emirates | $708K | 4.9% |
| Malawi | $509K | 3.5% |
| Vietnam | $488K | 3.4% |
| Portugal | $409K | 2.8% |
| Oman | $368K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $117K | 0.8% |
| France | $71K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 3921
| 3921.90 | Non-cellular plastic film | 70% |
| 3921.19 | Cellular plastic film | 14% |
| 3921.12 | Cellular PVC foam sheet | 7.8% |
| 3921.13 | Polyurethane foam sheet | 6.8% |
| 3921.11 | Expanded polystyrene film and sheet | 2% |
| 3921.14 | Cellophane film (cellular) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3921.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.64 per kg, 66% below the world average of $4.76, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique plastic film imports (HS 3921): 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 3921: Plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip n.e.c. in chapter 39.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic film imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported plastic film worth $14.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic film to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by China (29%) and India (19%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 209% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.64 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $4.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic film to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $14.5 million in 2024, an increase of 164%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic film?
The HS code for plastic film is heading 3921. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 3921.90 (70% of the value) and 3921.19 (14%).
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