Steel U-sections imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Mozambique imported $2.2 million of steel u-sections in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 51% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $2.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $829K | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $700K | 973 t |
Where Mozambique imports steel u-sections from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 61% |
| South Africa | $692K | 32% |
| Turkey | $74K | 3.4% |
| India | $39K | 1.8% |
| Zambia | $37K | 1.7% |
| Finland | $2K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.01 per kg, 29% above the world average of $0.78. 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 U-sections exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported steel u-sections worth $369 thousand (315 tonnes). Malawi alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+540% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $369K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique steel u-sections imports (HS 7216.31): 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 7216.31: Iron or non-alloy steel: U sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel u-sections imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported steel u-sections worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel u-sections to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by South Africa (32%) and Turkey (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 420% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel u-sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.01 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $0.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel u-sections to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $700 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 208%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export steel u-sections?
Yes. Mozambique exported $369 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel u-sections?
The HS code for steel u-sections is subheading 7216.31. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
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