Toilet paper and tissues imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported toilet paper and tissues worth $7.3 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $7.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 4.4K t |
Where Mozambique imports toilet paper and tissues from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.0M | 55% |
| Portugal | $1.6M | 22% |
| China | $1.4M | 19% |
| Turkey | $109K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $35K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $30K | 0.4% |
| India | $29K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $12K | 0.2% |
| United States | $10K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $7K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 4818
| 4818.10 | Toilet paper | 50% |
| 4818.90 | Paper and cellulose articles (other) | 19% |
| 4818.20 | Facial tissues and paper towels | 16% |
| 4818.30 | Paper tablecloths and napkins | 15% |
| 4818.50 | Paper clothing and accessories | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4818.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, 24% below the world average of $2.39, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique toilet paper and tissues imports (HS 4818): 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 4818: Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of toilet paper and tissues imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported toilet paper and tissues worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply toilet paper and tissues to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Portugal (22%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 610% on the year.
What is the average import price of toilet paper and tissues per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $2.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of toilet paper and tissues to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for toilet paper and tissues?
The HS code for toilet paper and tissues is heading 4818. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 4818.10 (50% of the value) and 4818.90 (19%).
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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