Gin imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported gin worth $3.0 million (815 tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.0 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 | $3.0M | 815 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 735 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 837 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 822 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 480 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 637 t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 432 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 402 t |
Where Namibia imports gin from
South Africa alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.5M | 85% |
| United Kingdom | $382K | 13% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.5% |
| Andorra | $5K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $4K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.63 per kg, 37% below the world average of $5.79, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gin exports from Namibia
Exports of gin by Namibia reached $1.3 million in 2024 (193 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (46%), Zimbabwe (43%), Tanzania (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $608K | 46% |
| Zimbabwe | $576K | 43% |
| Tanzania | $89K | 6.7% |
| Kenya | $27K | 2% |
| Zambia | $17K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $15K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia gin imports (HS 2208.50): 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 2208.50: Gin and geneva.
Common questions
What is the value of gin imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported gin worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 815 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply gin to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the United Kingdom (13%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 81% on the year.
What is the average import price of gin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.63 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $5.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of gin to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2021 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export gin?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zimbabwe and Tanzania. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for gin?
The HS code for gin is subheading 2208.50. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 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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