Air and gas compressors (other) imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $10.1 million (334 tonnes). Value rose 163% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $10.1M | 334 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 137 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 171 t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 143 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 147 t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 312 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 149 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 201 t |
Where Namibia imports air and gas compressors (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (24%), South Africa (14%), Italy (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.5M | 25% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 14% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 11% |
| Denmark | $975K | 9.6% |
| Singapore | $839K | 8.3% |
| China | $681K | 6.7% |
| Belgium | $581K | 5.7% |
| India | $550K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $454K | 4.5% |
| Poland | $212K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.31 per kg, 51% above the world average of $20.02. 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.
Air and gas compressors (other) exports from Namibia
Exports of air and gas compressors (other) by Namibia reached $3.5 million in 2024 (109 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 77% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.7M | 77% |
| Cayman Isds | $376K | 11% |
| Singapore | $137K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $125K | 3.6% |
| Norway | $62K | 1.8% |
| United States | $36K | 1% |
| France | $19K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $15K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $10K | 0.3% |
| Cyprus | $8K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia air and gas compressors (other) imports (HS 8414.80): 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 8414.80: Pumps and compressors: for air, vacuum or gas, n.e.c. in heading no. 8414.
Common questions
What is the value of air and gas compressors (other) imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 334 tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 163% on 2023.
Which countries supply air and gas compressors (other) to Namibia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by South Africa (14%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 640% on the year.
What is the average import price of air and gas compressors (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.31 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $20.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air and gas compressors (other) to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, an increase of 323%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export air and gas compressors (other)?
Yes. Namibia exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Cayman Isds and Singapore. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for air and gas compressors (other)?
The HS code for air and gas compressors (other) is subheading 8414.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8414 page.
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