Aluminium structural sections imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $6.9 million of aluminium structural sections in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $11.1 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 | $6.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $9.8M | 2.2K t |
Where Namibia imports aluminium structural sections from
South Africa alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.9M | 85% |
| China | $626K | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $192K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $56K | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $41K | 0.6% |
| India | $31K | 0.5% |
| Norway | $24K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $22K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $7K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 7610
| 7610.90 | Aluminium structural parts | 67% |
| 7610.10 | Aluminium doors and windows | 33% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7610.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.01 per kg, 44% below the world average of $7.18, 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 sections exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported aluminium structural sections worth $1.3 million (260 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Botswana accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $847K | 68% |
| South Africa | $255K | 20% |
| DR Congo | $69K | 5.5% |
| Liberia | $62K | 4.9% |
| Angola | $22K | 1.7% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia aluminium structural sections imports (HS 7610): 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: Aluminium; structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts (e.g. bridges and sections, towers, lattice masts, etc) plates, rods, profiles and tubes for structures.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural sections imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported aluminium structural sections worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 131st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium structural sections to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by China (9%) and the Netherlands (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium structural sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.01 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $7.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aluminium structural sections to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.8 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2021 at $11.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also export aluminium structural sections?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, South Africa and the DR Congo. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural sections?
The HS code for aluminium structural sections is heading 7610. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 7610.90 (67% of the value) and 7610.10 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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