Packing sacks and bags exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Namibia exported packing sacks and bags worth $18.8 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 761% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% 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 | $18.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $700K | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $938K | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $839K | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 2.1K t |
Where Namibia exports packing sacks and bags to
Zambia alone took 76% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $14.2M | 76% |
| DR Congo | $3.0M | 16% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.1M | 5.7% |
| South Africa | $294K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $115K | 0.6% |
| Cyprus | $35K | 0.2% |
| Botswana | $11K | 0.1% |
| China | $8K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $5K | 0% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6305
| 6305.33 | Polypropylene packing sacks | 65% |
| 6305.90 | Packing sacks (other) | 33% |
| 6305.32 | Flexible intermediate bulk containers | 0.8% |
| 6305.39 | Man-made packing sacks | 0.8% |
| 6305.10 | Jute packing sacks | 0% |
| 6305.20 | Cotton packing sacks | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6305.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.65 per kg, 437% above the world average of $2.73. 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.
Packing sacks and bags imports to Namibia
Imports of packing sacks and bags by Namibia reached $16.2 million in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+181% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $13.6M | 84% |
| China | $1.5M | 9.4% |
| Zambia | $341K | 2.1% |
| India | $224K | 1.4% |
| Mozambique | $100K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $67K | 0.4% |
| DR Congo | $67K | 0.4% |
| United States | $54K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $29K | 0.2% |
| Bangladesh | $28K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia packing sacks and bags exports (HS 6305): 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 6305: Sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of packing sacks and bags exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported packing sacks and bags worth $18.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 761% on 2023.
Which countries buy packing sacks and bags from Namibia?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 76% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by the DR Congo (16%) and Zimbabwe (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 21 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 832% on the year.
What is the average export price of packing sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.65 per kg in 2024, 437% above the world average of $2.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of packing sacks and bags from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $18.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also import packing sacks and bags?
Yes. Namibia imported $16.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, China and Zambia. That compares with exports of $18.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for packing sacks and bags?
The HS code for packing sacks and bags is heading 6305. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 6305.33 (65% of the value) and 6305.90 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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