Printed books imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed books by Mozambique reached $46.9 million in 2024 (13.4 thousand tonnes). That is 57% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $46.9M | 13.4K t |
| 2023 | $29.8M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $23.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $14.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $22.2M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $26.0M | 5.6K t |
Where Mozambique imports printed books from
Most of the value came from India (28%), China (17%), Hong Kong (17%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+498% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $13.4M | 29% |
| China | $7.9M | 17% |
| Hong Kong | $7.8M | 17% |
| South Africa | $5.7M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.6M | 9.9% |
| Pakistan | $3.2M | 6.8% |
| Portugal | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $840K | 1.8% |
| Brazil | $516K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $335K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 4901
| 4901.99 | Printed matter: books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter n.e.c. in item no. 4901.10 or 4901.91 | 72% |
| 4901.10 | Printed single sheets and leaflets | 27% |
| 4901.91 | Printed dictionaries and encyclopaedias | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4901.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.50 per kg, 63% below the world average of $9.39, 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.
Printed books exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported printed books worth $3.6 million (91 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $2.7M | 75% |
| United States | $571K | 16% |
| Malawi | $245K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $10K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $9K | 0.3% |
| Finland | $6K | 0.2% |
| Argentina | $5K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique printed books imports (HS 4901): 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 4901: Printed books, brochures, leaflets and similar printed matter, whether or not in single sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of printed books imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported printed books worth $46.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed books to Mozambique?
India was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($13.4 million), followed by China (17%) and Hong Kong (17%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 498% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed books per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $9.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printed books to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.0 million in 2017 to $46.9 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $24.3 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export printed books?
Yes. Mozambique exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, the United States and Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $43.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed books?
The HS code for printed books is heading 4901. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 4901.99 (72% of the value) and 4901.10 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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