Phosphate imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $2.8 million of phosphate in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.5 million.
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 | $2.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 2.2K t |
Where Namibia imports phosphate from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 71% |
| Tunisia | $268K | 9.7% |
| South Africa | $218K | 7.9% |
| France | $201K | 7.3% |
| United States | $41K | 1.5% |
| Australia | $35K | 1.3% |
| India | $19K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| Eswatini | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2835
| 2835.26 | Calcium phosphate (other) | 89% |
| 2835.39 | Polyphosphates (other) | 4.5% |
| 2835.10 | Hypophosphites and phosphites | 2.9% |
| 2835.31 | Sodium tripolyphosphate | 2% |
| 2835.29 | Phosphates (other) | 1.2% |
| 2835.22 | Sodium phosphate | 0.5% |
| 2835.24 | Potassium phosphate | 0.1% |
| 2835.25 | Dicalcium phosphate | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2835.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.85 per kg, 27% below the world average of $1.17, 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.
Phosphate exports from Namibia
Exports of phosphate by Namibia reached $456 thousand in 2024 (583 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 65% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $294K | 65% |
| Malawi | $134K | 30% |
| Zambia | $27K | 5.9% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia phosphate imports (HS 2835): 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 2835: Phosphinates (hypophosphites), phosphonates (phosphites), and phosphates; and polyphosphates, whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of phosphate imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported phosphate worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply phosphate to Namibia?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Tunisia (10%) and South Africa (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average import price of phosphate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.85 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $1.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of phosphate to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 109%. The peak was 2021 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also export phosphate?
Yes. Namibia exported $456 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Malawi and Zambia. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for phosphate?
The HS code for phosphate is heading 2835. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 2835.26 (89% of the value) and 2835.39 (4%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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