Measuring instruments imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of measuring instruments by Namibia reached $9.2 million in 2024 (159 tonnes). That is 16% 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 | $9.2M | 159 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 151 t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 97 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 110 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 63 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 108 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 73 t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 75 t |
Where Namibia imports measuring instruments from
Most of the value came from South Africa (40%), United States (13%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.7M | 40% |
| United States | $1.2M | 13% |
| Germany | $848K | 9.2% |
| China | $645K | 7% |
| Slovenia | $581K | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $285K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $264K | 2.9% |
| Norway | $190K | 2.1% |
| France | $158K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $142K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 9031
| 9031.80 | Precision measuring instruments | 74% |
| 9031.49 | Optical measurement instrument | 12% |
| 9031.90 | Measurement device parts | 11% |
| 9031.20 | Test benches | 1.8% |
| 9031.10 | Machine balancing equipment | 1.4% |
| 9031.41 | Semiconductor inspection systems | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9031.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.10 per kg, 36% below the world average of $90.86, 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.
Measuring instruments exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported measuring instruments worth $828 thousand (20 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (28%), Norway (26%), Denmark (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $230K | 28% |
| Norway | $213K | 26% |
| Denmark | $188K | 23% |
| Germany | $31K | 3.7% |
| South Africa | $30K | 3.6% |
| Gabon | $21K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 2.6% |
| Cyprus | $16K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $13K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $12K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia measuring instruments imports (HS 9031): 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 9031: Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, n.e.c. or included in this chapter; profile projectors.
Common questions
What is the value of measuring instruments imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported measuring instruments worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 159 tonnes. That ranks it 107th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply measuring instruments to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by the United States (13%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 77 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 886% on the year.
What is the average import price of measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $58.10 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $90.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of measuring instruments to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export measuring instruments?
Yes. Namibia exported $828 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Norway and Denmark. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for measuring instruments?
The HS code for measuring instruments is heading 9031. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 9031.80 (74% of the value) and 9031.49 (12%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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