Refractory mortar imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported refractory mortar worth $3.9 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $3.9M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 1.8K t |
Where Mozambique imports refractory mortar from
Most of the value came from China (47%), South Africa (28%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 47% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $436K | 11% |
| India | $321K | 8.3% |
| Netherlands | $114K | 3% |
| Portugal | $75K | 2% |
| France | $20K | 0.5% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 0.1% |
| Honduras | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, close to the world average of $0.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refractory mortar exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $268 thousand of refractory mortar in 2024 (136 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $266K | 99% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique refractory mortar imports (HS 3816): 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 3816: Refractory cements, mortars, concretes and similar compositions, including dolomite ramming mix, other than products of heading 38.01.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory mortar imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported refractory mortar worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory mortar to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by South Africa (28%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory mortar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $0.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of refractory mortar to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. The peak was 2023 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export refractory mortar?
Yes. Mozambique exported $268 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria and Zimbabwe. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for refractory mortar?
The HS code for refractory mortar is heading 3816. In Mozambique all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3816.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3816 page.
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