Wigs and hairpieces exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique exported wigs and hairpieces worth $42.4 million (8.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 172 countries. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2023 | $44.8M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $43.3M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $42.9M | 10.7K t |
| 2020 | $39.2M | 9.4K t |
| 2019 | $29.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $28.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $30.5M | 7.0K t |
Where Mozambique exports wigs and hairpieces to
South Africa alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $41.8M | 99% |
| Eswatini | $528K | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $25K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $4K | 0% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6704
| 6704.90 | Wigs (other materials) | 100% |
| 6704.20 | Human hair wigs | 0% |
| 6704.19 | False hair pieces (synthetic) | 0% |
| 6704.11 | Synthetic wigs | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6704.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.01 per kg, 86% below the world average of $35.59, 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.
Wigs and hairpieces imports to Mozambique
Imports of wigs and hairpieces by Mozambique reached $1.8 million in 2024 (182 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 91% |
| South Africa | $144K | 8% |
| Angola | $13K | 0.7% |
| India | $1K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
| Honduras | $0K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique wigs and hairpieces exports (HS 6704): 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 6704: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like, of human or animal hair or of textile materials; articles of human hair, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of wigs and hairpieces exported by Mozambique?
Mozambique exported wigs and hairpieces worth $42.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 172 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy wigs and hairpieces from Mozambique?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($41.8 million), followed by Eswatini (1%) and Tanzania (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average export price of wigs and hairpieces per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.01 per kg in 2024, 86% below the world average of $35.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of wigs and hairpieces from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $30.5 million in 2017 to $42.4 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2023 at $44.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.7 million a year.
Does Mozambique also import wigs and hairpieces?
Yes. Mozambique imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Africa and Angola. On balance Mozambique is a net exporter of this product, by about $40.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for wigs and hairpieces?
The HS code for wigs and hairpieces is heading 6704. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 6704.90 (100% of the value) and 6704.20 (0%).
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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