General cargo trailers imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $13.0 million of general cargo trailers in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 11% 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 | $13.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 4.3K t |
Where Namibia imports general cargo trailers from
South Africa alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.8M | 76% |
| United Kingdom | $979K | 7.5% |
| Belgium | $746K | 5.7% |
| China | $376K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $329K | 2.5% |
| Luxembourg | $311K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $182K | 1.4% |
| India | $175K | 1.3% |
| United States | $26K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $11K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.13 per kg, 32% above the world average of $3.89. 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.
General cargo trailers exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $418 thousand of general cargo trailers in 2024 (733 tonnes). Zambia alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $214K | 51% |
| Zimbabwe | $132K | 32% |
| Botswana | $28K | 6.6% |
| Angola | $25K | 6.1% |
| South Africa | $13K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $5K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia general cargo trailers imports (HS 8716.39): 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 8716.39: Trailers and semi-trailers: (other than tanker type).
Common questions
What is the value of general cargo trailers imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported general cargo trailers worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply general cargo trailers to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($9.8 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and Belgium (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 240% on the year.
What is the average import price of general cargo trailers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.13 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $3.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of general cargo trailers to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export general cargo trailers?
Yes. Namibia exported $418 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $12.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for general cargo trailers?
The HS code for general cargo trailers is subheading 8716.39. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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