Frozen whole chickens imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported frozen whole chickens worth $16.6 million (6.8 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $16.6M | 6.8K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 13.1K t |
| 2021 | $20.4M | 20.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 19.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 14.1K t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 5.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 12.3K t |
Where Namibia imports frozen whole chickens from
Most of the value came from Brazil (40%), Poland (28%), Argentina (14%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $6.6M | 40% |
| Poland | $4.6M | 28% |
| Argentina | $2.3M | 14% |
| South Africa | $2.2M | 14% |
| Spain | $725K | 4.4% |
| Ireland | $59K | 0.4% |
| Uruguay | $42K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $29K | 0.2% |
| United States | $8K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.44 per kg, 47% 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.
Frozen whole chickens exports from Namibia
Exports of frozen whole chickens by Namibia reached $4.5 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.3M | 51% |
| Botswana | $844K | 19% |
| Zimbabwe | $730K | 16% |
| Zambia | $619K | 14% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia frozen whole chickens imports (HS 0207.12): 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 0207.12: Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen whole chickens imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported frozen whole chickens worth $16.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen whole chickens to Namibia?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Poland (28%) and Argentina (14%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen whole chickens per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.44 per kg in 2024, 47% 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 frozen whole chickens to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $16.6 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2021 at $20.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.9 million a year.
Does Namibia also export frozen whole chickens?
Yes. Namibia exported $4.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Botswana and Zimbabwe. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen whole chickens?
The HS code for frozen whole chickens is subheading 0207.12. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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