Computer processing units imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $19.3 million of computer processing units in 2024 (86 tonnes). That is 83% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $19.3M | 86 t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 42 t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 32 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 24 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 15 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 17 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 14 t |
Where Namibia imports computer processing units from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.6M | 76% |
| South Africa | $2.6M | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $710K | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $331K | 1.7% |
| United States | $236K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $143K | 0.7% |
| Hong Kong | $108K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $101K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $101K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $51K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $225.78 per kg, close to the world average of $281.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer processing units exports from Namibia
Exports of computer processing units by Namibia reached $266 thousand in 2024 (38 tonnes). Most of it went to DR Congo (24%), Norway (23%), United Kingdom (19%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+209% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $63K | 24% |
| Norway | $60K | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $50K | 19% |
| South Africa | $20K | 7.4% |
| Zambia | $18K | 6.7% |
| Republic of the Congo | $14K | 5.4% |
| Botswana | $11K | 3.9% |
| Poland | $9K | 3.3% |
| Paraguay | $8K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia computer processing units imports (HS 8471.50): 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 8471.50: Units of automatic data processing machines: processing units other than those of item no. 8471.41 or 8471.49, whether or not containing in the same housing one or two of the following types of unit: storage units, input units or output units.
Common questions
What is the value of computer processing units imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported computer processing units worth $19.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 86 tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 83% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer processing units to Namibia?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($14.6 million), followed by South Africa (14%) and the Czech Republic (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer processing units per kg?
The average declared import value was about $225.78 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $281.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of computer processing units to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $19.3 million in 2024, an increase of 555%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does Namibia also export computer processing units?
Yes. Namibia exported $266 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Norway and the United Kingdom. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer processing units?
The HS code for computer processing units is subheading 8471.50. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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