Mechanical seals imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported mechanical seals worth $3.2 million (43 tonnes). That is 79% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $3.2M | 43 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 36 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 40 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 50 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 33 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 57 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 21 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 94 t |
Where Namibia imports mechanical seals from
Most of the value came from United States (26%), South Africa (21%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+396% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $834K | 26% |
| South Africa | $674K | 21% |
| China | $531K | 17% |
| Norway | $321K | 10% |
| Germany | $124K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $96K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $85K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $83K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $68K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $68K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $74.78 per kg, close to the world average of $81.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mechanical seals exports from Namibia
Exports of mechanical seals by Namibia reached $527 thousand in 2024 (3 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Norway (49%), Cyprus (13%), Cayman Isds (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+428% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $258K | 49% |
| Cyprus | $67K | 13% |
| Cayman Isds | $64K | 12% |
| Singapore | $63K | 12% |
| France | $40K | 7.6% |
| Portugal | $14K | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $10K | 1.9% |
| Angola | $7K | 1.4% |
| DR Congo | $2K | 0.3% |
| United States | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia mechanical seals imports (HS 8484.20): 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 8484.20: Seals: mechanical.
Common questions
What is the value of mechanical seals imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported mechanical seals worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 79% on 2023.
Which countries supply mechanical seals to Namibia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($834 thousand), followed by South Africa (21%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 396% on the year.
What is the average import price of mechanical seals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $74.78 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $81.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mechanical seals to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 136%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Namibia also export mechanical seals?
Yes. Namibia exported $527 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, Cyprus and Cayman Isds. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for mechanical seals?
The HS code for mechanical seals is subheading 8484.20. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8484 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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