Roasted iron pyrite imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported roasted iron pyrite worth $5.6 million (31.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 54 countries for imports of this product. That is 56% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.5 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 | $5.6M | 31.4K t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 57.8K t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 47.3K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 41.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 44.1K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 27.8K t |
| 2018 | $13.6M | 75.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.7M | 42.1K t |
Where Mozambique imports roasted iron pyrite from
South Africa alone supplied 75% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.2M | 75% |
| Mauritius | $1.4M | 25% |
| Zimbabwe | $16K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.18 per kg, 38% above the world average of $0.13. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique roasted iron pyrite imports (HS 2601.20): 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 2601.20: Iron pyrites: roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of roasted iron pyrite imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported roasted iron pyrite worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 54 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply roasted iron pyrite to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Mauritius (25%) and Zimbabwe (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of roasted iron pyrite per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.18 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $0.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of roasted iron pyrite to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.7 million in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2022 at $15.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for roasted iron pyrite?
The HS code for roasted iron pyrite is subheading 2601.20. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2601 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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