Portable air compressors imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported portable air compressors worth $2.2 million (170 tonnes). That is 70% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.3 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 | $2.2M | 170 t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 543 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 131 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 261 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 234 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 257 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 230 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 181 t |
Where Mozambique imports portable air compressors from
Most of the value came from South Africa (37%), China (33%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $809K | 37% |
| China | $727K | 33% |
| India | $343K | 16% |
| Malawi | $62K | 2.8% |
| Mauritius | $48K | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $47K | 2.1% |
| Vietnam | $42K | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $34K | 1.5% |
| United States | $29K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $18K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.02 per kg, 32% above the world average of $9.90. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Portable air compressors exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $330 thousand of portable air compressors in 2024 (40 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $247K | 75% |
| South Africa | $45K | 14% |
| Angola | $27K | 8.1% |
| Portugal | $10K | 2.9% |
| Guinea | $1K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique portable air compressors imports (HS 8414.40): 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 8414.40: Compressors: air compressors mounted on a wheeled chassis for towing.
Common questions
What is the value of portable air compressors imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported portable air compressors worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 170 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable air compressors to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($809 thousand), followed by China (33%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Malawi grew fastest among the top ten, up 554% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable air compressors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.02 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $9.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of portable air compressors to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. The peak was 2023 at $7.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export portable air compressors?
Yes. Mozambique exported $330 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, South Africa and Angola. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable air compressors?
The HS code for portable air compressors is subheading 8414.40. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8414 page.
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