Alloy steel bars and shapes imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported alloy steel bars and shapes worth $32.7 million (30.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 27% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $45.0 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 | $32.7M | 30.2K t |
| 2023 | $45.0M | 44.5K t |
| 2022 | $40.5M | 34.5K t |
| 2021 | $34.9M | 32.1K t |
| 2020 | $32.6M | 43.0K t |
| 2019 | $27.8M | 32.1K t |
| 2018 | $17.0M | 13.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 3.1K t |
Where Namibia imports alloy steel bars and shapes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $30.7M | 94% |
| South Africa | $1.8M | 5.4% |
| Botswana | $85K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $28K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $9K | 0% |
| Slovenia | $9K | 0% |
| Canada | $5K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $5K | 0% |
| United States | $4K | 0% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7228
| 7228.30 | Hot-rolled alloy steel bar | 93% |
| 7228.80 | Hollow drill bar | 2.6% |
| 7228.70 | Alloy steel angle | 1.1% |
| 7228.60 | Alloy steel bar (other) | 1% |
| 7228.10 | High-speed steel bar | 0.8% |
| 7228.50 | Cold-finished alloy steel bar | 0.6% |
| 7228.40 | Forged alloy steel bar | 0.6% |
| 7228.20 | Silico-manganese steel bar | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7228.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 25% below the world average of $1.44, 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.
Alloy steel bars and shapes exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported alloy steel bars and shapes worth $27.3 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Zambia alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $27.2M | 100% |
| South Africa | $58K | 0.2% |
| Botswana | $9K | 0% |
| Angola | $4K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $4K | 0% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $2K | 0% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
| Liberia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia alloy steel bars and shapes imports (HS 7228): 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 7228: Alloy steel bars, rods, shapes and sections; hollow drill bars and rods, of alloy or non-alloy steel.
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel bars and shapes imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported alloy steel bars and shapes worth $32.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply alloy steel bars and shapes to Namibia?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($30.7 million), followed by South Africa (5%) and Botswana (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 814% on the year.
What is the average import price of alloy steel bars and shapes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alloy steel bars and shapes to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $32.7 million in 2024, an increase of 903%. The peak was 2023 at $45.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export alloy steel bars and shapes?
Yes. Namibia exported $27.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, South Africa and Botswana. That compares with imports of $32.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel bars and shapes?
The HS code for alloy steel bars and shapes is heading 7228. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 7228.30 (93% of the value) and 7228.80 (3%).
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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