Plastic pipe and hose fittings imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $4.3 million of plastic pipe and hose fittings in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $8.3 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 | $4.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
Where Mozambique imports plastic pipe and hose fittings from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (39%), China (25%), Portugal (12%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.7M | 39% |
| China | $1.1M | 25% |
| Portugal | $525K | 12% |
| Turkey | $400K | 9.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $135K | 3.1% |
| India | $91K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $61K | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $55K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $48K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, 76% below the world average of $9.23, 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 pipe and hose fittings exports from Mozambique
Exports of plastic pipe and hose fittings by Mozambique reached $473 thousand in 2024 (142 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 95% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+171% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $447K | 95% |
| Kenya | $25K | 5.2% |
| United States | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique plastic pipe and hose fittings imports (HS 3917.40): 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 3917.40: Plastics: tube, pipe and hose fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges).
Common questions
What is the value of plastic pipe and hose fittings imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported plastic pipe and hose fittings worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 121st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic pipe and hose fittings to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (25%) and Portugal (12%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 229% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic pipe and hose fittings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $9.23 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 pipe and hose fittings to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2021 at $8.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export plastic pipe and hose fittings?
Yes. Mozambique exported $473 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Kenya and the United States. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic pipe and hose fittings?
The HS code for plastic pipe and hose fittings is subheading 3917.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Mozambique, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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