Ceramic floor and wall tiles imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $9.8 million of ceramic floor and wall tiles in 2024 (15.4 thousand tonnes). That is 67% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $9.8M | 15.4K t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 10.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 13.0K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 10.9K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 8.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 4.2K t |
Where Namibia imports ceramic floor and wall tiles from
The largest suppliers were Zambia (44%), South Africa (37%), China (6%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $4.3M | 44% |
| South Africa | $3.6M | 37% |
| China | $628K | 6.4% |
| Italy | $598K | 6.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $250K | 2.6% |
| India | $177K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $130K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $109K | 1.1% |
| Mozambique | $3K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6907
| 6907.40 | Ceramic trim and finishing pieces | 55% |
| 6907.21 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) | 41% |
| 6907.22 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (standard) | 2.1% |
| 6907.30 | Ceramic mosaic tiles and cubes | 1.4% |
| 6907.23 | Ceramic floor and wall tiles (porous) | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6907.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.63 per kg, 24% above the world average of $0.51. 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.
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The shipment records behind Namibia ceramic floor and wall tiles imports (HS 6907): 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 6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported ceramic floor and wall tiles worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 145th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic floor and wall tiles to Namibia?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by South Africa (37%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 141% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic floor and wall tiles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.63 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $0.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, an increase of 245%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles is heading 6907. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 6907.40 (55% of the value) and 6907.21 (41%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Namibia reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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