Milled rice imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $15.1 million of milled rice in 2024 (16.6 thousand tonnes). That is 29% 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 | $15.1M | 16.6K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 17.0K t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 13.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 10.1K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 17.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 13.2K t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 8.1K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 17.4K t |
Where Namibia imports milled rice from
The largest suppliers were India (46%), South Africa (32%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+485% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.9M | 46% |
| South Africa | $4.9M | 32% |
| Thailand | $1.7M | 11% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 7% |
| Qatar | $337K | 2.2% |
| China | $168K | 1.1% |
| Cambodia | $55K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $7K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $2K | 0% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.91 per kg, 28% above the world average of $0.71. 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.
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The shipment records behind Namibia milled rice imports (HS 1006.30): 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 1006.30: Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed.
Common questions
What is the value of milled rice imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported milled rice worth $15.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 124th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply milled rice to Namibia?
India was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by South Africa (32%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 632% on the year.
What is the average import price of milled rice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $0.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of milled rice to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $15.1 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for milled rice?
The HS code for milled rice is subheading 1006.30. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1006 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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