Breakfast cereals imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported breakfast cereals worth $20.1 million (7.9 thousand tonnes). That is 21% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $20.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $16.7M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $16.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $15.9M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 9.7K t |
| 2018 | $16.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $14.6M | 13.8K t |
Where Namibia imports breakfast cereals from
South Africa alone supplied 94% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $18.9M | 94% |
| Vietnam | $853K | 4.2% |
| Portugal | $186K | 0.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $74K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $71K | 0.4% |
| China | $34K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $29K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $3K | 0% |
| Oman | $2K | 0% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1904
| 1904.90 | Prepared grain cereals | 49% |
| 1904.10 | Puffed cereals | 41% |
| 1904.20 | Cereal flakes | 10% |
| 1904.30 | Puffed grains (non-maize) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1904.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.55 per kg, close to the world average of $3.04.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Breakfast cereals exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported breakfast cereals worth $862 thousand (895 tonnes). South Africa alone took 68% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $586K | 68% |
| Angola | $121K | 14% |
| Botswana | $106K | 12% |
| Zambia | $28K | 3.3% |
| Lesotho | $11K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $10K | 1.2% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia breakfast cereals imports (HS 1904): 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 1904: Prepared foods obtained by swelling or roasting cereals or cereal products (e.g. corn flakes); cereals (other than maize (corn)) in grain form or in the form of flakes or other worked grains (not flour and meal), pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of breakfast cereals imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported breakfast cereals worth $20.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply breakfast cereals to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($18.9 million), followed by Vietnam (4%) and Portugal (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of breakfast cereals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.55 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $3.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of breakfast cereals to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.6 million in 2017 to $20.1 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.6 million a year.
Does Namibia also export breakfast cereals?
Yes. Namibia exported $862 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Angola and Botswana. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for breakfast cereals?
The HS code for breakfast cereals is heading 1904. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 1904.90 (49% of the value) and 1904.10 (41%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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