Bulk washing concentrate imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $27.1 million of bulk washing concentrate in 2024 (14.7 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $27.1M | 14.7K t |
| 2023 | $27.2M | 13.6K t |
| 2022 | $28.9M | 18.9K t |
| 2021 | $12.5M | 7.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 6.3K t |
Where Namibia imports bulk washing concentrate from
South Africa alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+512% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $21.1M | 78% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 7.8% |
| United States | $1.7M | 6.3% |
| China | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Norway | $308K | 1.1% |
| France | $178K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $166K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $84K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $83K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.85 per kg, close to the world average of $2.31.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bulk washing concentrate exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $5.3 million of bulk washing concentrate in 2024 (679 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $2.8M | 53% |
| DR Congo | $1.9M | 36% |
| Republic of the Congo | $185K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 1.2% |
| Angola | $65K | 1.2% |
| Botswana | $41K | 0.8% |
| Norway | $39K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $18K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $18K | 0.3% |
| Bahamas | $18K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia bulk washing concentrate imports (HS 3402.90): 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 3402.90: Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), including auxiliary washing preparations, not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of bulk washing concentrate imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported bulk washing concentrate worth $27.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply bulk washing concentrate to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($21.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 610% on the year.
What is the average import price of bulk washing concentrate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.85 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $2.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bulk washing concentrate to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $27.1 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2022 at $28.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also export bulk washing concentrate?
Yes. Namibia exported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, the DR Congo and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $21.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulk washing concentrate?
The HS code for bulk washing concentrate is subheading 3402.90. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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