Earthmoving machinery parts (other) imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported earthmoving machinery parts (other) worth $64.1 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). That is 30% more than in 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 | $64.1M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $49.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $42.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $30.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $22.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $31.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $35.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $38.6M | 3.9K t |
Where Namibia imports earthmoving machinery parts (other) from
Most of the value came from China (27%), South Africa (20%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+936% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.5M | 27% |
| South Africa | $12.8M | 20% |
| United States | $9.4M | 15% |
| Japan | $8.1M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $4.6M | 7.2% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 4.1% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $821K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $793K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.28 per kg, 97% above the world average of $5.21. 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.
Earthmoving machinery parts (other) exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $2.4 million of earthmoving machinery parts (other) in 2024 (254 tonnes). Zambia alone took 66% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $1.6M | 66% |
| DR Congo | $189K | 7.9% |
| Angola | $143K | 6% |
| South Africa | $110K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $80K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $65K | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $47K | 2% |
| Australia | $47K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $34K | 1.4% |
| Norway | $27K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia earthmoving machinery parts (other) imports (HS 8431.49): 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 8431.49: Machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431.
Common questions
What is the value of earthmoving machinery parts (other) imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported earthmoving machinery parts (other) worth $64.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply earthmoving machinery parts (other) to Namibia?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($17.5 million), followed by South Africa (20%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 64 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 936% on the year.
What is the average import price of earthmoving machinery parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.28 per kg in 2024, 97% above the world average of $5.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of earthmoving machinery parts (other) to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.6 million in 2017 to $64.1 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $39.3 million a year.
Does Namibia also export earthmoving machinery parts (other)?
Yes. Namibia exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, the DR Congo and Angola. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $61.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for earthmoving machinery parts (other)?
The HS code for earthmoving machinery parts (other) is subheading 8431.49. 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 8431 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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