Ferro-alloys imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported ferro-alloys worth $8.4 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $8.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $7.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 2.4K t |
Where Namibia imports ferro-alloys from
South Africa alone supplied 56% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.7M | 56% |
| Zambia | $3.7M | 44% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7202
| 7202.29 | Low silicon ferro-silicon | 99% |
| 7202.21 | High silicon ferro-silicon | 0.7% |
| 7202.99 | Other ferro-alloys | 0.4% |
| 7202.30 | Ferro-silico-manganese | 0.3% |
| 7202.41 | High carbon ferro-chromium | 0% |
| 7202.19 | Low carbon ferro-manganese | 0% |
| 7202.91 | Ferro-titanium | 0% |
| 7202.92 | Ferro-vanadium | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7202.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.64 per kg, 59% above the world average of $1.66. 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.
Ferro-alloys exports from Namibia
Exports of ferro-alloys by Namibia reached $3.9 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+879% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.7M | 94% |
| Luxembourg | $205K | 5.3% |
| South Africa | $11K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia ferro-alloys imports (HS 7202): 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 7202: Ferro-alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of ferro-alloys imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported ferro-alloys worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 170 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply ferro-alloys to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Zambia (44%) and Botswana (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of ferro-alloys per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.64 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $1.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ferro-alloys to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, an increase of 193%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also export ferro-alloys?
Yes. Namibia exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Luxembourg and South Africa. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ferro-alloys?
The HS code for ferro-alloys is heading 7202. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 7202.29 (99% of the value) and 7202.21 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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