Control panel imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of control panel by Namibia reached $19.7 million in 2024 (732 tonnes). That is 89% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $19.7M | 733 t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 531 t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 598 t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 472 t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 532 t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 562 t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 499 t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 736 t |
Where Namibia imports control panel from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (45%), China (15%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.0M | 46% |
| China | $2.9M | 15% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 13% |
| United States | $709K | 3.6% |
| India | $598K | 3% |
| Turkey | $460K | 2.3% |
| France | $449K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $447K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $312K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $310K | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 8537
| 8537.10 | Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading… | 57% |
| 8537.20 | High voltage distribution panels | 43% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8537.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.89 per kg, 57% below the world average of $63.20, 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.
Control panel exports from Namibia
Exports of control panel by Namibia reached $3.2 million in 2024 (75 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.0M | 62% |
| Zambia | $642K | 20% |
| Norway | $97K | 3% |
| Cyprus | $94K | 2.9% |
| Angola | $58K | 1.8% |
| Iceland | $55K | 1.7% |
| Republic of the Congo | $50K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $48K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $38K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia control panel imports (HS 8537): 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 8537: Boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, bases with apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 for electricity control and distribution, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517).
Common questions
What is the value of control panel imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported control panel worth $19.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 732 tonnes. That ranks it 126th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 89% on 2023.
Which countries supply control panel to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by China (15%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 576% on the year.
What is the average import price of control panel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.89 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $63.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of control panel to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $19.7 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also export control panel?
Yes. Namibia exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and Norway. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $16.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for control panel?
The HS code for control panel is heading 8537. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8537.10 (57% of the value) and 8537.20 (43%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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