Steel structural sections imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel structural sections by Mozambique reached $107.0 million in 2024 (32.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 14% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $107.0M | 32.8K t |
| 2023 | $93.8M | 34.9K t |
| 2022 | $92.3M | 795.0K t |
| 2021 | $67.3M | 1.55M t |
| 2020 | $72.2M | 850.7K t |
| 2019 | $73.6M | 527.3K t |
| 2018 | $70.2M | 1.41M t |
| 2017 | $63.3M | 1.68M t |
Where Mozambique imports steel structural sections from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), South Africa (32%), India (7%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $39.5M | 37% |
| South Africa | $33.8M | 32% |
| India | $7.8M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $4.1M | 3.9% |
| Estonia | $4.1M | 3.8% |
| Portugal | $3.6M | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $3.3M | 3.1% |
| Oman | $2.9M | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.2M | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 7308
| 7308.90 | Steel structure (other) | 76% |
| 7308.20 | Steel tower | 12% |
| 7308.30 | Steel door and window | 6% |
| 7308.40 | Steel prop and scaffolding | 5.3% |
| 7308.10 | Steel bridge structure | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7308.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, 31% above the world average of $2.49. 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.
Steel structural sections exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported steel structural sections worth $941 thousand (536 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Spain (42%), South Africa (34%), Malawi (10%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $392K | 42% |
| South Africa | $324K | 34% |
| Malawi | $93K | 9.8% |
| Tanzania | $40K | 4.3% |
| Benin | $36K | 3.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $27K | 2.9% |
| Angola | $18K | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $7K | 0.7% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique steel structural sections imports (HS 7308): 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: Structures of iron or steel and parts thereof; plates, rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes and the like, prepared for use in structures.
Common questions
What is the value of steel structural sections imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported steel structural sections worth $107.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel structural sections to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($39.5 million), followed by South Africa (32%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel structural sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $2.49 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel structural sections to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $63.3 million in 2017 to $107.0 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $79.9 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export steel structural sections?
Yes. Mozambique exported $941 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, South Africa and Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $106.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel structural sections?
The HS code for steel structural sections is heading 7308. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 7308.90 (76% of the value) and 7308.20 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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