Steel prop and scaffolding imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel prop and scaffolding by Mozambique reached $5.7 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). That is 29% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $8.6 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 | $5.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.9K t |
Where Mozambique imports steel prop and scaffolding from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), South Africa (25%), United Arab Emirates (9%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 47% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 25% |
| United Arab Emirates | $497K | 8.8% |
| Portugal | $373K | 6.6% |
| Hong Kong | $321K | 5.7% |
| Nigeria | $108K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $71K | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $58K | 1% |
| Austria | $56K | 1% |
| Australia | $36K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.77 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel prop and scaffolding exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $328 thousand of steel prop and scaffolding in 2024 (354 tonnes). South Africa alone took 88% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $289K | 88% |
| Benin | $36K | 11% |
| Malawi | $2K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0.1% |
| Guinea | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and the United Arab Emirates (9%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 12% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.77 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. The peak was 2021 at $8.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. Mozambique exported $328 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Benin and Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Mozambique, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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