Medicinal plants exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Namibia exported medicinal plants worth $4.6 million (851 tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $5.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.6M | 851 t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 721 t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 984 t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 777 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 809 t |
Where Namibia exports medicinal plants to
Most of it went to Germany (31%), France (23%), China (13%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.4M | 31% |
| France | $1.0M | 23% |
| China | $613K | 13% |
| Poland | $500K | 11% |
| South Africa | $311K | 6.7% |
| Spain | $210K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $201K | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $125K | 2.7% |
| Brazil | $59K | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $52K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 1211
| 1211.90 | Plants and parts (including seeds and fruits) n.e.c. in heading no. 1211, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal… | 100% |
| 1211.20 | Ginseng roots | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1211.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.43 per kg, 39% above the world average of $3.90. 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.
Medicinal plants imports to Namibia
Namibia imported $580 thousand of medicinal plants in 2024 (167 tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 92% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $532K | 92% |
| Germany | $19K | 3.2% |
| Poland | $6K | 1.1% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0.7% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $3K | 0.6% |
| Botswana | $3K | 0.6% |
| China | $3K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.4% |
| Fiji | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia medicinal plants exports (HS 1211): 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 1211: Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered.
Common questions
What is the value of medicinal plants exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported medicinal plants worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 851 tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy medicinal plants from Namibia?
Germany was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by France (23%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average export price of medicinal plants per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.43 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $3.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of medicinal plants from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2019 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does Namibia also import medicinal plants?
Yes. Namibia imported $580 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Germany and Poland. On balance Namibia is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for medicinal plants?
The HS code for medicinal plants is heading 1211. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 1211.90 (100% of the value) and 1211.20 (0%).
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