Mineral substances exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of mineral substances by Namibia reached $16.4 million in 2024 (24.7 thousand tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 117% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $44.6 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 | $16.4M | 24.7K t |
| 2023 | $20.6M | 142.7K t |
| 2022 | $44.6M | 132.7K t |
| 2021 | $57K | 277 t |
| 2020 | $198K | 194 t |
| 2019 | $67K | 270 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 26.7K t |
| 2017 | $73K | 77 t |
Where Namibia exports mineral substances to
Hong Kong alone took 66% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $10.9M | 67% |
| China | $5.4M | 33% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $8K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $7K | 0% |
| Germany | $7K | 0% |
| Norway | $5K | 0% |
| Austria | $4K | 0% |
| Canada | $3K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2530
| 2530.90 | Mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25 | 100% |
| 2530.10 | Perlite and vermiculite | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2530.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.66 per kg, 106% above the world average of $0.32. 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.
Mineral substances imports to Namibia
Namibia imported $530 thousand of mineral substances in 2024 (975 tonnes). China alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+245% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $284K | 54% |
| South Africa | $163K | 31% |
| Canada | $69K | 13% |
| Australia | $7K | 1.3% |
| United States | $3K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia mineral substances exports (HS 2530): 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 2530: Mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral substances exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported mineral substances worth $16.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy mineral substances from Namibia?
Hong Kong was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by China (33%) and the United Kingdom (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 851% on the year.
What is the average export price of mineral substances per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.66 per kg in 2024, 106% above the world average of $0.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of mineral substances from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $73 thousand in 2017 to $16.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $44.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also import mineral substances?
Yes. Namibia imported $530 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Africa and Canada. On balance Namibia is a net exporter of this product, by about $15.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral substances?
The HS code for mineral substances is heading 2530. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 2530.90 (100% of the value) and 2530.10 (0%).
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