Hoist imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported hoist worth $5.0 million (527 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $5.0M | 527 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 664 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 446 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 390 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 409 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 470 t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 517 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 429 t |
Where Namibia imports hoist from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (48%), United States (13%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.4M | 48% |
| United States | $635K | 13% |
| China | $563K | 11% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $526K | 11% |
| Germany | $308K | 6.1% |
| Spain | $131K | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $74K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 1.2% |
| Angola | $55K | 1.1% |
| Norway | $42K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 8425
| 8425.42 | Hydraulic vehicle jacks | 30% |
| 8425.39 | Manual winches and capstans | 29% |
| 8425.49 | Mechanical vehicle jacks | 15% |
| 8425.19 | Manual hoists and pulley blocks | 11% |
| 8425.31 | Electric winches and capstans | 9.6% |
| 8425.11 | Electric hoists and pulley blocks | 6.1% |
| 8425.41 | Built-in vehicle jacking systems | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8425.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.54 per kg, 96% above the world average of $4.87. 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.
Hoist exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported hoist worth $2.0 million (125 tonnes). Most of it went to South Africa (37%), Spain (25%), DR Congo (22%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+225% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $749K | 37% |
| Spain | $501K | 25% |
| DR Congo | $456K | 22% |
| Angola | $108K | 5.3% |
| Senegal | $58K | 2.9% |
| Zambia | $36K | 1.8% |
| Bermuda | $32K | 1.6% |
| Norway | $27K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $17K | 0.8% |
| Cyprus | $13K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia hoist imports (HS 8425): 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 8425: Pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists; winches and capstans; jacks.
Common questions
What is the value of hoist imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported hoist worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 527 tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply hoist to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by the United States (13%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 833% on the year.
What is the average import price of hoist per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.54 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $4.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hoist to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2023 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does Namibia also export hoist?
Yes. Namibia exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Spain and the DR Congo. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for hoist?
The HS code for hoist is heading 8425. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8425.42 (30% of the value) and 8425.39 (29%).
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