Citrus fruit imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of citrus fruit by Namibia reached $3.5 million in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 15% on 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 | $3.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 7.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 4.9K t |
Where Namibia imports citrus fruit from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.5M | 99% |
| China | $25K | 0.7% |
| Botswana | $4K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Bahamas | $0K | 0% |
| Marshall Isds | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0805
| 0805.10 | Oranges | 45% |
| 0805.90 | Citrus fruit (other varieties) | 18% |
| 0805.50 | Lemons and limes | 18% |
| 0805.21 | Mandarins | 9.7% |
| 0805.22 | Clementines | 3.7% |
| 0805.29 | Citrus hybrids | 2.9% |
| 0805.40 | Grapefruit and pomelos | 2.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0805.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.59 per kg, 40% below the world average of $0.98, 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.
Citrus fruit exports from Namibia
Exports of citrus fruit by Namibia reached $608 thousand in 2024 (934 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (41%), Netherlands (19%), Germany (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $251K | 41% |
| Netherlands | $115K | 19% |
| Germany | $74K | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $43K | 7.1% |
| Angola | $39K | 6.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $26K | 4.3% |
| South Africa | $20K | 3.3% |
| Poland | $14K | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $10K | 1.7% |
| Ukraine | $6K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia citrus fruit imports (HS 0805): 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 0805: Citrus fruit; fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of citrus fruit imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported citrus fruit worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 111th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply citrus fruit to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by China (1%) and Botswana (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 135% on the year.
What is the average import price of citrus fruit per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $0.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of citrus fruit to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2021 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Namibia also export citrus fruit?
Yes. Namibia exported $608 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands and Germany. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for citrus fruit?
The HS code for citrus fruit is heading 0805. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 0805.10 (45% of the value) and 0805.90 (18%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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