Front-end loaders imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported front-end loaders worth $23.1 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $36.0 million.
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 | $23.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $21.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $19.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 794 t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 1.1K t |
Where Namibia imports front-end loaders from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (34%), China (19%), Finland (15%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+138% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $7.8M | 34% |
| China | $4.4M | 19% |
| Finland | $3.5M | 15% |
| South Africa | $3.1M | 14% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 7.8% |
| India | $1.5M | 6.6% |
| South Korea | $341K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $227K | 1% |
| Germany | $143K | 0.6% |
| Brazil | $133K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.43 per kg, 56% above the world average of $6.70. 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.
Front-end loaders exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported front-end loaders worth $2.7 million (172 tonnes). DR Congo alone took 92% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.5M | 92% |
| Zambia | $120K | 4.4% |
| Guyana | $61K | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $33K | 1.2% |
| Malawi | $14K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia front-end loaders imports (HS 8429.51): 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 8429.51: Front-end shovel loaders.
Common questions
What is the value of front-end loaders imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported front-end loaders worth $23.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply front-end loaders to Namibia?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by China (19%) and Finland (15%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of front-end loaders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.43 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $6.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of front-end loaders to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $23.1 million in 2024, an increase of 256%. The peak was 2022 at $36.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export front-end loaders?
Yes. Namibia exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and Guyana. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $20.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for front-end loaders?
The HS code for front-end loaders is subheading 8429.51. 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 8429 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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