Air compressor imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported air compressor worth $28.5 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 46% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $28.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $19.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $14.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $12.1M | 962 t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 964 t |
| 2019 | $15.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 828 t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 995 t |
Where Namibia imports air compressor from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (33%), Germany (12%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.5M | 33% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 12% |
| China | $3.3M | 12% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 7.5% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 4.7% |
| Denmark | $1.1M | 3.7% |
| India | $971K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $931K | 3.3% |
| United States | $918K | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $856K | 3% |
Product types under HS 8414
| 8414.80 | Air and gas compressors (other) | 36% |
| 8414.59 | Fans (other types) | 20% |
| 8414.90 | Compressor and fan parts | 17% |
| 8414.40 | Portable air compressors | 10% |
| 8414.30 | Refrigeration compressors | 9.3% |
| 8414.51 | Small electric fans | 3.5% |
| 8414.10 | Vacuum pumps | 3.2% |
| 8414.20 | Manual air pumps | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8414.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.86 per kg, 23% above the world average of $13.71. 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 compressor exports from Namibia
Exports of air compressor by Namibia reached $5.1 million in 2024 (240 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.8M | 54% |
| Republic of the Congo | $815K | 16% |
| Cayman Isds | $481K | 9.4% |
| South Africa | $336K | 6.6% |
| Singapore | $298K | 5.8% |
| Norway | $104K | 2% |
| Angola | $66K | 1.3% |
| Zambia | $44K | 0.9% |
| France | $43K | 0.8% |
| United States | $38K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia air compressor imports (HS 8414): 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: Air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans; ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan; gas-tight biological safety cabinets whether or not fitted with filters.
Common questions
What is the value of air compressor imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported air compressor worth $28.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply air compressor to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by Germany (12%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 361% on the year.
What is the average import price of air compressor per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.86 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $13.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of air compressor to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $28.5 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also export air compressor?
Yes. Namibia exported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, the Republic of the Congo and Cayman Isds. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $23.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for air compressor?
The HS code for air compressor is heading 8414. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8414.80 (35% of the value) and 8414.59 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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