Molluscs exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Namibia exported molluscs worth $15.4 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 43% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $39.6 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 | $15.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $27.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $39.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $34.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $16.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $34.8M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $25.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $28.7M | 5.2K t |
Where Namibia exports molluscs to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (43%), South Africa (24%), Russia (24%). Among the main buyer markets, Russia grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $6.7M | 43% |
| South Africa | $3.7M | 24% |
| Russia | $3.7M | 24% |
| Cyprus | $679K | 4.4% |
| Hong Kong | $346K | 2.3% |
| Slovenia | $131K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 0.2% |
| China | $25K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $22K | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | $22K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 0307
| 0307.43 | Frozen squid and cuttlefish | 63% |
| 0307.11 | Fresh oysters | 27% |
| 0307.49 | Dried squid and cuttlefish | 5.3% |
| 0307.87 | Dried abalone | 1.7% |
| 0307.52 | Frozen octopus | 1.2% |
| 0307.59 | Dried octopus | 0.9% |
| 0307.19 | Molluscs: oysters, whether in shell or not, dried, salted or in brine, smoked, cooked or not before or during the smoking process | 0.2% |
| 0307.12 | Frozen oysters | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0307.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.93 per kg, 36% above the world average of $5.09. 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.
Molluscs imports to Namibia
Namibia imported $8.9 million of molluscs in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Falkland Isds (Malvinas) accounted for 62% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $5.5M | 62% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 24% |
| South Africa | $466K | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $423K | 4.8% |
| Chile | $147K | 1.7% |
| Georgia | $65K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 0.7% |
| China | $48K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $44K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $12K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia molluscs exports (HS 0307): 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 0307: Molluscs; whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
Common questions
What is the value of molluscs exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported molluscs worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries buy molluscs from Namibia?
Spain was the largest buyer with 43% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by South Africa (24%) and Russia (24%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. Russia grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average export price of molluscs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.93 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $5.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of molluscs from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $28.7 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2022 at $39.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also import molluscs?
Yes. Namibia imported $8.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Falkland Isds (Malvinas), Spain and South Africa. On balance Namibia is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for molluscs?
The HS code for molluscs is heading 0307. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 0307.43 (63% of the value) and 0307.11 (27%).
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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