Polypropylene imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene by Mozambique reached $30.1 million in 2024 (29.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $30.1M | 29.9K t |
| 2023 | $33.8M | 34.6K t |
| 2022 | $34.5M | 27.6K t |
| 2021 | $34.2M | 28.7K t |
| 2020 | $24.2M | 24.6K t |
| 2019 | $30.6M | 25.9K t |
| 2018 | $30.6M | 25.8K t |
| 2017 | $18.0M | 16.0K t |
Where Mozambique imports polypropylene from
Most of the value came from South Korea (24%), South Africa (15%), Saudi Arabia (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+138% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $7.3M | 24% |
| South Africa | $4.6M | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.3M | 14% |
| Portugal | $3.7M | 12% |
| China | $3.6M | 12% |
| India | $2.9M | 9.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 4.3% |
| Vietnam | $653K | 2.2% |
| Dem. People's Rep. of Korea | $398K | 1.3% |
| Oman | $349K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 3902
| 3902.10 | Propylene, other olefin polymers: polypropylene in primary forms | 53% |
| 3902.30 | Polypropylene copolymers | 45% |
| 3902.90 | Olefin polymers (other) | 2.2% |
| 3902.20 | Polyisobutylene | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3902.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.01 per kg, 26% below the world average of $1.36, 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.
Polypropylene exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported polypropylene worth $210 thousand (175 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $115K | 55% |
| Zimbabwe | $35K | 17% |
| China | $27K | 13% |
| India | $20K | 9.3% |
| Portugal | $13K | 6.2% |
| Australia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique polypropylene imports (HS 3902): 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 3902: Polymers of propylene or of other olefins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported polypropylene worth $30.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene to Mozambique?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by South Africa (15%) and Saudi Arabia (14%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.01 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $1.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.0 million in 2017 to $30.1 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. The peak was 2022 at $34.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.5 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export polypropylene?
Yes. Mozambique exported $210 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi, Zimbabwe and China. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $29.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene?
The HS code for polypropylene is heading 3902. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 3902.10 (53% of the value) and 3902.30 (45%).
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