Other live animals exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of other live animals by Namibia reached $3.9 million in 2024 (411 tonnes). Value rose 144% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $3.9M | 411 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 113 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 441 t |
| 2021 | $936K | 323 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 270 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 278 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 100 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 433 t |
Where Namibia exports other live animals to
United States alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+524% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 52% |
| Angola | $1.2M | 30% |
| Thailand | $435K | 11% |
| Russia | $156K | 4.1% |
| South Africa | $68K | 1.8% |
| Botswana | $26K | 0.7% |
| Zambia | $8K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0106
| 0106.19 | Live mammals (other species) | 66% |
| 0106.90 | Live animals (other groups) | 32% |
| 0106.39 | Live birds (other species) | 2.2% |
| 0106.33 | Birds: live, ostriches: emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae) | 0.2% |
| 0106.20 | Live reptiles | 0.2% |
| 0106.31 | Birds: live, birds of prey | 0% |
| 0106.32 | Birds: live, Psittaciformes | 0% |
| 0106.11 | Live primates | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0106.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.41 per kg, 24% below the world average of $12.42, 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.
Other live animals imports to Namibia
In 2024, Namibia imported other live animals worth $236 thousand (9 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Israel accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $134K | 57% |
| South Africa | $97K | 41% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $0K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia other live animals exports (HS 0106): 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 0106: Animals; live, n.e.c. in chapter 01.
Common questions
What is the value of other live animals exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported other live animals worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 411 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 190 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 144% on 2023.
Which countries buy other live animals from Namibia?
The United States was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Angola (30%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 524% on the year.
What is the average export price of other live animals per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.41 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $12.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of other live animals from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does Namibia also import other live animals?
Yes. Namibia imported $236 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Israel, South Africa and the Netherlands. On balance Namibia is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for other live animals?
The HS code for other live animals is heading 0106. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 0106.19 (65% of the value) and 0106.90 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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