Plastic packing articles (other) imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported plastic packing articles (other) worth $11.5 million (26.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 46% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $21.4 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 | $11.5M | 26.4K t |
| 2023 | $21.4M | 20.1K t |
| 2022 | $18.2M | 26.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 7.8K t |
| 2020 | $10.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $18.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 2.6K t |
Where Mozambique imports plastic packing articles (other) from
The largest suppliers were Mauritius (38%), South Africa (26%), China (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | $4.4M | 38% |
| South Africa | $3.0M | 26% |
| China | $1.4M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $796K | 6.9% |
| India | $773K | 6.7% |
| Botswana | $606K | 5.3% |
| Portugal | $354K | 3.1% |
| Kenya | $72K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $47K | 0.4% |
| Malawi | $32K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.44 per kg, 90% below the world average of $4.40, 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.
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The shipment records behind Mozambique plastic packing articles (other) imports (HS 3923.90): 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 3923.90: Plastics: articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing articles (other) imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported plastic packing articles (other) worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing articles (other) to Mozambique?
Mauritius was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by South Africa (26%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 28 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of plastic packing articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.44 per kg in 2024, 90% below the world average of $4.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing articles (other) to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. The peak was 2023 at $21.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing articles (other)?
The HS code for plastic packing articles (other) is subheading 3923.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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