Plastic packing cases imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $11.7 million of plastic packing cases in 2024 (20.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 50% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $11.7M | 20.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 39.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 9.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 591 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 791 t |
Where Mozambique imports plastic packing cases from
South Africa alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.7M | 66% |
| China | $1.2M | 10% |
| Luxembourg | $979K | 8.4% |
| Croatia | $454K | 3.9% |
| Portugal | $253K | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $205K | 1.8% |
| Egypt | $180K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $135K | 1.2% |
| India | $130K | 1.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $92K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.58 per kg, 84% below the world average of $3.67, 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 packing cases exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $322 thousand of plastic packing cases in 2024 (139 tonnes). South Africa alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $173K | 54% |
| Malawi | $78K | 24% |
| Zimbabwe | $34K | 10% |
| Portugal | $32K | 10% |
| Kenya | $3K | 1% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.6% |
| Cuba | $0K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique plastic packing cases imports (HS 3923.10): 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 3923.10: Plastics: boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing cases imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported plastic packing cases worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing cases to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by China (10%) and Luxembourg (8%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.58 per kg in 2024, 84% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing cases to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024, an increase of 615%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export plastic packing cases?
Yes. Mozambique exported $322 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Malawi and Zimbabwe. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing cases?
The HS code for plastic packing cases is subheading 3923.10. 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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