Antibiotic medicaments (bulk) imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $5.5 million of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) in 2024 (41 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 26% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $5.5M | 41 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 67 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 40 t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 72 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 44 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 56 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 16 t |
Where Namibia imports antibiotic medicaments (bulk) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.1M | 91% |
| Zimbabwe | $464K | 8.4% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $134.37 per kg, 585% above the world average of $19.63. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia antibiotic medicaments (bulk) imports (HS 3003.20): 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 3003.20: Medicaments: containing antibiotics other than penicillins, streptomycins and their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale).
Common questions
What is the value of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported antibiotic medicaments (bulk) worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 191 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply antibiotic medicaments (bulk) to Namibia?
India was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Zimbabwe (8%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $134.37 per kg in 2024, 585% above the world average of $19.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 217%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for antibiotic medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for antibiotic medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.20. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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