Tool bits imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tool bits by Mozambique reached $4.3 million in 2024 (598 tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $9.4 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 | $4.3M | 598 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 503 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 622 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 416 t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 739 t |
| 2019 | $7.4M | 644 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 333 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 370 t |
Where Mozambique imports tool bits from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (42%), China (25%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.8M | 42% |
| China | $1.1M | 25% |
| India | $524K | 12% |
| Portugal | $295K | 6.8% |
| Italy | $126K | 2.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $71K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $69K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $68K | 1.6% |
| France | $32K | 0.7% |
| Azerbaijan | $32K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 8207
| 8207.90 | Screwdriver bits | 28% |
| 8207.19 | Rock drill bits (non-cermet) | 24% |
| 8207.50 | Drill bits | 14% |
| 8207.13 | Rock drill bits | 13% |
| 8207.70 | Milling cutters | 8.7% |
| 8207.30 | Stamping dies | 5.2% |
| 8207.60 | Boring tools | 2.9% |
| 8207.40 | Tapping dies | 2.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8207.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.24 per kg, 67% below the world average of $22.24, 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.
Tool bits exports from Mozambique
Mozambique exported $338 thousand of tool bits in 2024 (11 tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (36%), Angola (18%), France (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $122K | 36% |
| Angola | $60K | 18% |
| France | $58K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $23K | 6.8% |
| Indonesia | $23K | 6.8% |
| Cameroon | $12K | 3.5% |
| DR Congo | $10K | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $7K | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6K | 1.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $6K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique tool bits imports (HS 8207): 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 8207: Tools, interchangeable; for hand tools, whether or not power-operated, or for machine tools (pressing, stamping, punching, drilling etc), including dies for drawing or extruding metal, and rock drilling or earth boring tools.
Common questions
What is the value of tool bits imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported tool bits worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 598 tonnes. That ranks it 125th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply tool bits to Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (25%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 392% on the year.
What is the average import price of tool bits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.24 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $22.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tool bits to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 41%. The peak was 2020 at $9.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export tool bits?
Yes. Mozambique exported $338 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Angola and France. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for tool bits?
The HS code for tool bits is heading 8207. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 8207.90 (28% of the value) and 8207.19 (24%).
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