Sweet biscuits imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported sweet biscuits worth $16.8 million (11.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 6% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $16.8M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $17.9M | 34.3K t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 3.3K t |
Where Mozambique imports sweet biscuits from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 71% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $12.0M | 71% |
| India | $2.4M | 15% |
| Portugal | $549K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $392K | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $321K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $285K | 1.7% |
| Pakistan | $278K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $232K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $76K | 0.5% |
| Indonesia | $45K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 55% below the world average of $3.23, 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.
Sweet biscuits exports from Mozambique
Exports of sweet biscuits by Mozambique reached $1.1 million in 2024 (747 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 91% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $983K | 91% |
| Malawi | $54K | 5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $31K | 2.9% |
| Zambia | $10K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
| Norfolk Isds | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Greece | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique sweet biscuits imports (HS 1905.31): 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 1905.31: Food preparations: sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of sweet biscuits imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported sweet biscuits worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply sweet biscuits to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by India (15%) and Portugal (3%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of sweet biscuits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $3.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sweet biscuits to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, an increase of 220%. The peak was 2023 at $17.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export sweet biscuits?
Yes. Mozambique exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Malawi and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sweet biscuits?
The HS code for sweet biscuits is subheading 1905.31. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1905 page.
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