Braid and trimming imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $2.9 million of braid and trimming in 2024 (697 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 198% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 66% 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 | $2.9M | 697 t |
| 2023 | $958K | 270 t |
| 2022 | $893K | 252 t |
| 2021 | $882K | 293 t |
| 2020 | $433K | 60 t |
| 2019 | $178K | 62 t |
| 2018 | $103K | 5 t |
| 2017 | $81K | 25 t |
Where Namibia imports braid and trimming from
South Africa alone supplied 94% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.7M | 94% |
| Botswana | $97K | 3.4% |
| Mozambique | $40K | 1.4% |
| China | $14K | 0.5% |
| Pakistan | $4K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $3K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0% |
| Japan | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5808
| 5808.10 | Braid trim | 80% |
| 5808.90 | Ornamental trimming | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5808.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.09 per kg, 58% below the world average of $9.75, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia braid and trimming imports (HS 5808): 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 5808: Braids in the piece; ornamental trimmings in the piece, without embroidery, other than knitted or crocheted; tassels, pompons and similar articles.
Common questions
What is the value of braid and trimming imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported braid and trimming worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 697 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 198% on 2023.
Which countries supply braid and trimming to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Botswana (3%) and Mozambique (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average import price of braid and trimming per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.09 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $9.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of braid and trimming to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $80 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $798 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for braid and trimming?
The HS code for braid and trimming is heading 5808. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 5808.10 (80% of the value) and 5808.90 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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