Pesticide imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pesticide by Namibia reached $19.9 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $19.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $16.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $14.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 2.3K t |
Where Namibia imports pesticide from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $16.7M | 84% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 12% |
| France | $205K | 1% |
| Brazil | $163K | 0.8% |
| United States | $70K | 0.4% |
| Malaysia | $62K | 0.3% |
| China | $53K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $44K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $43K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 3808
| 3808.93 | Herbicide | 30% |
| 3808.91 | Insecticide | 27% |
| 3808.61 | Retail insecticide | 18% |
| 3808.99 | Rodenticide | 17% |
| 3808.94 | Disinfectant | 4.8% |
| 3808.59 | Pesticide formulation | 2% |
| 3808.52 | Insecticides and the like: containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter: for retail sale or as preparations or articles: DDT (ISO)… | 0.8% |
| 3808.92 | Fungicide | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3808.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.54 per kg, 28% above the world average of $5.89. 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.
Pesticide exports from Namibia
Exports of pesticide by Namibia reached $407 thousand in 2024 (12 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+656% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $298K | 73% |
| Angola | $68K | 17% |
| Zambia | $38K | 9.3% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.3% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0.2% |
| Romania | $0K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $0K | 0.1% |
| Panama | $0K | 0.1% |
| Cyprus | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia pesticide imports (HS 3808): 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 3808: Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products, plant growth regulators, disinfectants and the like, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of pesticide imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported pesticide worth $19.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply pesticide to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by Spain (11%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average import price of pesticide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.54 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $5.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pesticide to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $19.9 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.3 million a year.
Does Namibia also export pesticide?
Yes. Namibia exported $407 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Angola and Zambia. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $19.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for pesticide?
The HS code for pesticide is heading 3808. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 3808.93 (30% of the value) and 3808.91 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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