Specialized machinery imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported specialized machinery worth $27.9 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $52.4 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 | $27.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $29.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $26.0M | 142.2K t |
| 2021 | $32.8M | 80.3K t |
| 2020 | $30.8M | 99.5K t |
| 2019 | $52.4M | 71.5K t |
| 2018 | $19.8M | 58.2K t |
| 2017 | $19.3M | 99.1K t |
Where Mozambique imports specialized machinery from
Most of the value came from India (20%), China (18%), South Africa (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+209% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.6M | 20% |
| China | $5.0M | 18% |
| South Africa | $4.5M | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.2M | 11% |
| Singapore | $2.3M | 8.3% |
| Portugal | $890K | 3.2% |
| Mauritius | $757K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $653K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $647K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $435K | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 8479
| 8479.89 | Specialized machinery (other types) | 48% |
| 8479.90 | Specialized machinery parts | 23% |
| 8479.82 | Industrial mixing and homogenizing machines | 12% |
| 8479.20 | Oil extraction and pressing machinery | 9.7% |
| 8479.10 | Construction and public works machinery | 3.7% |
| 8479.79 | Passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) | 1.4% |
| 8479.60 | Evaporative air coolers | 0.6% |
| 8479.50 | Industrial robots | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8479.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.05 per kg, 30% below the world average of $18.55, 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.
Specialized machinery exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $950 thousand of specialized machinery in 2024 (98 tonnes). Most of it went to Denmark (45%), Zimbabwe (16%), Angola (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $423K | 45% |
| Zimbabwe | $153K | 16% |
| Angola | $139K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $73K | 7.7% |
| Portugal | $50K | 5.2% |
| South Africa | $39K | 4.1% |
| Canada | $18K | 1.9% |
| Austria | $16K | 1.7% |
| Eswatini | $14K | 1.5% |
| Gabon | $9K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique specialized machinery imports (HS 8479): 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 8479: Machinery and mechanical appliances; having individual functions, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported specialized machinery worth $27.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 119th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery to Mozambique?
India was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by China (18%) and South Africa (16%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 209% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.05 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $18.55 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.3 million in 2017 to $27.9 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2019 at $52.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.8 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export specialized machinery?
Yes. Mozambique exported $950 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Denmark, Zimbabwe and Angola. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $27.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery?
The HS code for specialized machinery is heading 8479. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 8479.89 (48% of the value) and 8479.90 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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