Postage stamps and securities imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of postage stamps and securities by Mozambique reached $24.4 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 320% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $24.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 60 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 132 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 63 t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 102 t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 166 t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 178 t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 157 t |
Where Mozambique imports postage stamps and securities from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (50%), Malta (47%), United Kingdom (3%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $12.1M | 50% |
| Malta | $11.5M | 47% |
| United Kingdom | $795K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $31K | 0.1% |
| United States | $27K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.57 per kg, 77% below the world average of $54.12, 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.
Postage stamps and securities exports from Mozambique
Exports of postage stamps and securities by Mozambique reached $2.2 million in 2024 (29 tonnes). South Africa alone took 86% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.9M | 86% |
| Tanzania | $202K | 9.2% |
| Angola | $90K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $17K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique postage stamps and securities imports (HS 4907): 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 4907: Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognised face value; stamp-impressed paper; cheque forms; banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and the like of similar title.
Common questions
What is the value of postage stamps and securities imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported postage stamps and securities worth $24.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 204 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 320% on 2023.
Which countries supply postage stamps and securities to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($12.1 million), followed by Malta (47%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 356% on the year.
What is the average import price of postage stamps and securities per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.57 per kg in 2024, 77% below the world average of $54.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of postage stamps and securities to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $24.4 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export postage stamps and securities?
Yes. Mozambique exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Tanzania and Angola. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $22.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for postage stamps and securities?
The HS code for postage stamps and securities is heading 4907. In Mozambique all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4907.00. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4907 page.
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