Zinc-plated steel sheet imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported zinc-plated steel sheet worth $3.5 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $3.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 18.7K t |
| 2021 | $823K | 813 t |
| 2020 | $337K | 482 t |
| 2019 | $383K | 886 t |
| 2018 | $931K | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $312K | 1.1K t |
Where Mozambique imports zinc-plated steel sheet from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 96% |
| South Africa | $143K | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.2% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
| Chad | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.24 per kg, 22% above the world average of $1.02. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique zinc-plated steel sheet imports (HS 7210.30): 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 7210.30: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-plated steel sheet imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported zinc-plated steel sheet worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-plated steel sheet to Mozambique?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by South Africa (4%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-plated steel sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.24 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $1.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of zinc-plated steel sheet to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $312 thousand in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-plated steel sheet?
The HS code for zinc-plated steel sheet is subheading 7210.30. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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