Organophosphorus chemical compounds imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of organophosphorus chemical compounds by Namibia reached $26.6 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. That is 68% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 81% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $38.0 million.
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 | $26.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $391K | 225 t |
| 2021 | $412K | 487 t |
| 2020 | $832K | 139 t |
| 2019 | $38.0M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $569K | 86 t |
| 2017 | $412K | 90 t |
Where Namibia imports organophosphorus chemical compounds from
Ireland alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $21.0M | 79% |
| Angola | $3.1M | 12% |
| China | $1.7M | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $384K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $214K | 0.8% |
| United States | $168K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $62K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
| Qatar | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.33 per kg, 61% above the world average of $3.31. 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.
Organophosphorus chemical compounds exports from Namibia
Exports of organophosphorus chemical compounds by Namibia reached $22.5 million in 2024 (375 tonnes). It ranks 1st of 90 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia organophosphorus chemical compounds imports (HS 3824.91): 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 3824.91: Chemical products, mixtures and preparations: consisting mainly of (5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl methylphosphonate and bis[(5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl] methylphosphonate.
Common questions
What is the value of organophosphorus chemical compounds imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported organophosphorus chemical compounds worth $26.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 178 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply organophosphorus chemical compounds to Namibia?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($21.0 million), followed by Angola (12%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of organophosphorus chemical compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.33 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $3.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of organophosphorus chemical compounds to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $412 thousand in 2017 to $26.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2019 at $38.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also export organophosphorus chemical compounds?
Yes. Namibia exported $22.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, the Republic of the Congo and Angola. That compares with imports of $26.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for organophosphorus chemical compounds?
The HS code for organophosphorus chemical compounds is subheading 3824.91. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 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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