Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $5.1 million of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 64% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 123% 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 | $5.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $532K | 380 t |
| 2020 | $82K | 84 t |
| 2019 | $220K | 198 t |
| 2018 | $59K | 49 t |
| 2017 | $19K | 8 t |
Where Namibia imports ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer from
United States alone supplied 90% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.6M | 90% |
| Saudi Arabia | $298K | 5.8% |
| Belgium | $229K | 4.5% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Vietnam | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.15. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports (HS 3901.40): 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 3901.40: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 164 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 64% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Namibia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (6%) and Belgium (4%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 179% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19 thousand in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer is subheading 3901.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
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