Pure sucrose imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pure sucrose by Mozambique reached $12.9 million in 2024 (17.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $50.6 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 | $12.9M | 17.2K t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 23.7K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 35.4K t |
| 2021 | $20.8M | 88.0K t |
| 2020 | $19.7M | 94.4K t |
| 2019 | $49.3M | 194.3K t |
| 2018 | $50.6M | 188.2K t |
| 2017 | $31.1M | 101.7K t |
Where Mozambique imports pure sucrose from
The largest suppliers were India (47%), Mauritius (39%), South Africa (12%). Among the main suppliers, Mauritius grew fastest (+305% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.0M | 47% |
| Mauritius | $5.1M | 39% |
| South Africa | $1.6M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $214K | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $5K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.75 per kg, close to the world average of $0.68.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pure sucrose exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported pure sucrose worth $8.4 million (8.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Italy (27%), Greece (16%), Tanzania (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.3M | 27% |
| Greece | $1.4M | 16% |
| Tanzania | $1.0M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 12% |
| Germany | $768K | 9.1% |
| Czech Republic | $538K | 6.4% |
| Mauritius | $324K | 3.8% |
| France | $266K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $206K | 2.5% |
| Madagascar | $193K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique pure sucrose imports (HS 1701.99): 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 1701.99: Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of pure sucrose imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported pure sucrose worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 126th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure sucrose to Mozambique?
India was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Mauritius (39%) and South Africa (12%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Mauritius grew fastest among the top ten, up 305% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure sucrose per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.75 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $0.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pure sucrose to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.1 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, a fall of 59%. The peak was 2018 at $50.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.1 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export pure sucrose?
Yes. Mozambique exported $8.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Greece and Tanzania. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure sucrose?
The HS code for pure sucrose is subheading 1701.99. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
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