Printed matter imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported printed matter worth $3.3 million (14.1 thousand tonnes). That is 44% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.1 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 | $3.3M | 14.1K t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 555 t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 11.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 559 t |
Where Mozambique imports printed matter from
The largest suppliers were Germany (35%), South Africa (28%), China (20%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.2M | 35% |
| South Africa | $938K | 28% |
| China | $675K | 20% |
| Taiwan | $230K | 6.9% |
| Kenya | $141K | 4.2% |
| India | $52K | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $36K | 1.1% |
| Finland | $13K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $11K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 4911
| 4911.99 | Printed matter (other types) | 58% |
| 4911.10 | Trade catalogues and advertising materials | 30% |
| 4911.91 | Printed pictures and photographs | 12% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4911.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.24 per kg, 97% below the world average of $7.38, 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.
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The shipment records behind Mozambique printed matter imports (HS 4911): 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 4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported printed matter worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 123rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter to Mozambique?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by South Africa (28%) and China (20%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 442% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.24 per kg in 2024, 97% below the world average of $7.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed matter to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2019 at $12.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter?
The HS code for printed matter is heading 4911. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 4911.99 (58% of the value) and 4911.10 (30%).
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