Glass bottles and jars imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported glass bottles and jars worth $27.0 million (17.6 thousand tonnes). That is 43% 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 | $27.0M | 17.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.9M | 11.1K t |
| 2022 | $18.0M | 17.5K t |
| 2021 | $17.2M | 18.1K t |
| 2020 | $8.2M | 13.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.4M | 32.3K t |
| 2018 | $25.3M | 36.0K t |
| 2017 | $18.3M | 33.4K t |
Where Namibia imports glass bottles and jars from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Angola grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $16.4M | 61% |
| Angola | $10.4M | 39% |
| Mauritius | $66K | 0.2% |
| China | $35K | 0.1% |
| Czech Republic | $20K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.1% |
| United States | $2K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Norway | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7010
| 7010.90 | Glass: carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods | 100% |
| 7010.20 | Glass stoppers and closures | 0.1% |
| 7010.10 | Glass ampoules | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7010.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.54 per kg, 57% above the world average of $0.98. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia glass bottles and jars imports (HS 7010): 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 7010: Carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials, ampoules, containers of glass of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods; preserving jars of glass; stoppers, lids and other closures of glass.
Common questions
What is the value of glass bottles and jars imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported glass bottles and jars worth $27.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass bottles and jars to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by Angola (39%) and Mauritius (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass bottles and jars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.54 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $0.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glass bottles and jars to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.3 million in 2017 to $27.0 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass bottles and jars?
The HS code for glass bottles and jars is heading 7010. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 7010.90 (100% of the value) and 7010.20 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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