Surveying instruments imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported surveying instruments worth $3.3 million (24 tonnes). That is 27% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.3 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 | $3.3M | 24 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 74 t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 83 t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 68 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 47 t |
| 2019 | $8.3M | 428 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 65 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 39 t |
Where Mozambique imports surveying instruments from
Most of the value came from China (29%), South Africa (16%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $959K | 29% |
| South Africa | $511K | 16% |
| France | $435K | 13% |
| United States | $318K | 9.8% |
| Kenya | $230K | 7.1% |
| Switzerland | $130K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $115K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $100K | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $76K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $61K | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 9015
| 9015.80 | Surveying instruments (other) | 63% |
| 9015.90 | Surveying instrument parts | 26% |
| 9015.20 | Theodolites | 5.5% |
| 9015.30 | Spirit levels and transit levels | 3.8% |
| 9015.10 | Rangefinders | 1.4% |
| 9015.40 | Photogrammetry equipment | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9015.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $133.69 per kg, 28% above the world average of $104.45. 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.
Surveying instruments exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $1.4 million of surveying instruments in 2024 (19 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $905K | 67% |
| Senegal | $218K | 16% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 3.8% |
| Namibia | $50K | 3.7% |
| Guinea | $22K | 1.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $17K | 1.3% |
| Uganda | $16K | 1.2% |
| Tanzania | $13K | 1% |
| Malawi | $13K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique surveying instruments imports (HS 9015): 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 9015: Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses, rangefinders.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported surveying instruments worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24 tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instruments to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($959 thousand), followed by South Africa (16%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 433% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $133.69 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $104.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of surveying instruments to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2019 at $8.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export surveying instruments?
Yes. Mozambique exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Senegal and the Netherlands. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments?
The HS code for surveying instruments is heading 9015. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 9015.80 (63% of the value) and 9015.90 (26%).
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