Aluminium structural parts imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported aluminium structural parts worth $4.6 million (974 tonnes). Value fell 20% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $8.0 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 | $4.6M | 974 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 640 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 826 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 425 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 1.2K t |
Where Namibia imports aluminium structural parts from
South Africa alone supplied 86% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.0M | 86% |
| China | $589K | 13% |
| Germany | $47K | 1% |
| India | $10K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $6K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
| Finland | $1K | 0% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.77 per kg, 30% below the world average of $6.85, 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.
Aluminium structural parts exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported aluminium structural parts worth $323 thousand (27 tonnes). South Africa alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $240K | 74% |
| Liberia | $62K | 19% |
| Angola | $10K | 3.2% |
| DR Congo | $8K | 2.5% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia aluminium structural parts imports (HS 7610.90): 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 7610.90: Aluminium: structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7610, plates, rods, profiles, tubes and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural parts imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported aluminium structural parts worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 974 tonnes. That ranks it 121st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium structural parts to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by China (13%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 209% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium structural parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.77 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $6.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium structural parts to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $8.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Namibia also export aluminium structural parts?
Yes. Namibia exported $323 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Liberia and Angola. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural parts?
The HS code for aluminium structural parts is subheading 7610.90. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7610 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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