Infant formula imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $5.8 million of infant formula in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 24% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.6 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 | $5.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 627 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 765 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 197 t |
| 2017 | $593K | 385 t |
Where Namibia imports infant formula from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 87% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.0M | 87% |
| Denmark | $487K | 8.4% |
| France | $147K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $74K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $17K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
| Ghana | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.15 per kg, 40% below the world average of $8.59, 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.
Infant formula exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported infant formula worth $251 thousand (173 tonnes). Angola alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+446% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $247K | 99% |
| Austria | $3K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia infant formula imports (HS 1901.10): 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 1901.10: Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of infant formula imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported infant formula worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 127th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply infant formula to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Denmark (8%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 12 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of infant formula per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.15 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $8.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of infant formula to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $593 thousand in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 873%. The peak was 2021 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also export infant formula?
Yes. Namibia exported $251 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Austria and Spain. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for infant formula?
The HS code for infant formula is subheading 1901.10. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1901 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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