Orthopaedic appliances imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported orthopaedic appliances worth $8.5 million (93 tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $8.5M | 93 t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 63 t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 51 t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 40 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 30 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 42 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 10 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 42 t |
Where Namibia imports orthopaedic appliances from
Most of the value came from South Africa (44%), United States (23%), Switzerland (5%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+347% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.8M | 44% |
| United States | $2.0M | 23% |
| Switzerland | $405K | 4.8% |
| Ireland | $350K | 4.1% |
| China | $315K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $217K | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $196K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $182K | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $155K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $126K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 9021
| 9021.10 | Orthopedic supports | 39% |
| 9021.31 | Prosthetic body parts | 20% |
| 9021.39 | Prosthetics (non-joint) | 12% |
| 9021.40 | Hearing aids | 12% |
| 9021.90 | Worn body appliances | 12% |
| 9021.50 | Cardiac pacemakers | 3.1% |
| 9021.29 | Dental prosthetics | 3% |
| 9021.21 | Artificial teeth | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9021.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $90.94 per kg, 74% below the world average of $345.26, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Orthopaedic appliances exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported orthopaedic appliances worth $248 thousand (0 tonnes). South Africa alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $245K | 99% |
| Australia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia orthopaedic appliances imports (HS 9021): 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 9021: Orthopaedic appliances; including crutches, surgical belts and trusses; splints and other fracture appliances; artificial parts of the body; hearing aids and other which are worn, carried or implanted in the body to compensate for a defect or disability.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopaedic appliances imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported orthopaedic appliances worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 93 tonnes. That ranks it 110th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopaedic appliances to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by the United States (23%) and Switzerland (5%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 347% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopaedic appliances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $90.94 per kg in 2024, 74% below the world average of $345.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of orthopaedic appliances to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. The peak was 2023 at $9.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also export orthopaedic appliances?
Yes. Namibia exported $248 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Australia and Ireland. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for orthopaedic appliances?
The HS code for orthopaedic appliances is heading 9021. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 9021.10 (39% of the value) and 9021.31 (20%).
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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