Packing sacks (other) exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of packing sacks (other) by Namibia reached $6.2 million in 2024 (431 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 151 countries. That is 4814% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 84% 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 | $6.2M | 431 t |
| 2023 | $126K | 565 t |
| 2022 | $229K | 500 t |
| 2021 | $98K | 112 t |
| 2020 | $64K | 154 t |
| 2019 | $82K | 140 t |
| 2018 | $124K | 93 t |
| 2017 | $88K | 322 t |
Where Namibia exports packing sacks (other) to
One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 81% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $5.0M | 81% |
| DR Congo | $816K | 13% |
| Zimbabwe | $245K | 4% |
| South Africa | $88K | 1.4% |
| Angola | $33K | 0.5% |
| Botswana | $6K | 0.1% |
| Cyprus | $2K | 0% |
| Norway | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.41 per kg, 225% above the world average of $4.43. 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 (other) imports to Namibia
Namibia imported $5.6 million of packing sacks (other) in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. South Africa alone supplied 87% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.9M | 87% |
| China | $288K | 5.1% |
| Zambia | $114K | 2% |
| India | $103K | 1.8% |
| DR Congo | $67K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $67K | 1.2% |
| United States | $51K | 0.9% |
| France | $12K | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia packing sacks (other) exports (HS 6305.90): 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 6305.90: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of textile materials (other than jute, cotton or man-made textile materials).
Common questions
What is the value of packing sacks (other) exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported packing sacks (other) worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 431 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 151 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports.
Which countries buy packing sacks (other) from Namibia?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 81% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by the DR Congo (13%) and Zimbabwe (4%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average export price of packing sacks (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.41 per kg in 2024, 225% above the world average of $4.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of packing sacks (other) from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $88 thousand in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $878 thousand a year.
Does Namibia also import packing sacks (other)?
Yes. Namibia imported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, China and Zambia. That compares with exports of $6.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for packing sacks (other)?
The HS code for packing sacks (other) is subheading 6305.90. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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