Acrylic resin imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported acrylic resin worth $24.5 million (9.2 thousand tonnes). That is 49% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $70.3 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 | $24.5M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $16.4M | 7.1K t |
| 2022 | $44.3M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $70.3M | 16.5K t |
| 2020 | $47.8M | 11.9K t |
| 2019 | $46.3M | 10.9K t |
| 2018 | $40.0M | 16.6K t |
| 2017 | $16.3M | 7.4K t |
Where Namibia imports acrylic resin from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (46%), China (34%), South Africa (13%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $11.4M | 46% |
| China | $8.3M | 34% |
| South Africa | $3.3M | 13% |
| France | $588K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $400K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $216K | 0.9% |
| United States | $113K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $111K | 0.5% |
| Angola | $101K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $34K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 3906
| 3906.90 | Acrylic polymers: (other than polymethyl methacrylate), in primary forms | 100% |
| 3906.10 | Polymethyl methacrylate | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3906.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, 23% above the world average of $2.18. 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.
Acrylic resin exports from Namibia
Exports of acrylic resin by Namibia reached $16.8 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Zambia alone took 90% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $15.1M | 90% |
| DR Congo | $1.6M | 9.5% |
| Angola | $64K | 0.4% |
| Republic of the Congo | $45K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $17K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| Bermuda | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia acrylic resin imports (HS 3906): 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 3906: Acrylic polymers in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic resin imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported acrylic resin worth $24.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic resin to Namibia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by China (34%) and South Africa (13%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 298% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic resin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $2.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acrylic resin to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.3 million in 2017 to $24.5 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. The peak was 2021 at $70.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.3 million a year.
Does Namibia also export acrylic resin?
Yes. Namibia exported $16.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, the DR Congo and Angola. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic resin?
The HS code for acrylic resin is heading 3906. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 3906.90 (100% of the value) and 3906.10 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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