Rope and cordage imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rope and cordage by Mozambique reached $12.9 million in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.0 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 | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $23.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $7.4M | 1.8K t |
Where Mozambique imports rope and cordage from
Most of the value came from China (32%), Pakistan (29%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 32% |
| Pakistan | $3.7M | 29% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 8.4% |
| India | $985K | 7.6% |
| South Africa | $892K | 6.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $605K | 4.7% |
| Greece | $207K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $189K | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $187K | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $162K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 5607
| 5607.49 | Plastic rope and cordage | 71% |
| 5607.50 | Synthetic rope and cordage (other) | 18% |
| 5607.90 | Natural rope and cordage | 9.1% |
| 5607.29 | Sisal rope and cordage | 0.9% |
| 5607.41 | Plastic baler twine | 0.5% |
| 5607.21 | Sisal baler twine | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5607.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.65 per kg, 33% below the world average of $3.94, 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.
Rope and cordage exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported rope and cordage worth $965 thousand (986 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $520K | 54% |
| Spain | $253K | 26% |
| South Africa | $76K | 7.9% |
| France | $74K | 7.7% |
| India | $27K | 2.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $9K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.4% |
| Bulgaria | $1K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique rope and cordage imports (HS 5607): 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 5607: Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rope and cordage imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported rope and cordage worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply rope and cordage to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Pakistan (29%) and the United Arab Emirates (8%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 105% on the year.
What is the average import price of rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $3.94 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rope and cordage to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.4 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2021 at $23.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export rope and cordage?
Yes. Mozambique exported $965 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Spain and South Africa. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $11.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for rope and cordage?
The HS code for rope and cordage is heading 5607. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 5607.49 (71% of the value) and 5607.50 (18%).
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