Plastic bottle imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic bottle by Namibia reached $50.7 million in 2024 (18.6 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $50.7M | 18.6K t |
| 2023 | $44.6M | 20.8K t |
| 2022 | $42.6M | 19.2K t |
| 2021 | $39.2M | 18.5K t |
| 2020 | $31.6M | 16.5K t |
| 2019 | $38.5M | 17.5K t |
| 2018 | $45.6M | 9.9K t |
| 2017 | $40.3M | 18.6K t |
Where Namibia imports plastic bottle from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 87% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $44.3M | 87% |
| China | $1.9M | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $731K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $696K | 1.4% |
| France | $630K | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | $586K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $443K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $207K | 0.4% |
| Botswana | $172K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $131K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 3923
| 3923.90 | Plastic packing articles (other) | 37% |
| 3923.30 | Plastic bottles and carboys | 19% |
| 3923.10 | Plastic packing cases | 14% |
| 3923.21 | Polyethylene bags | 13% |
| 3923.29 | Plastic bags (other polymers) | 7.9% |
| 3923.50 | Plastic caps and closures | 7.4% |
| 3923.40 | Plastic spools and bobbins | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3923.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.73 per kg, 30% below the world average of $3.90, 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.
Plastic bottle exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported plastic bottle worth $2.7 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.1M | 79% |
| Angola | $93K | 3.5% |
| United States | $82K | 3.1% |
| Zambia | $81K | 3.1% |
| Botswana | $78K | 2.9% |
| Togo | $54K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $43K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $16K | 0.6% |
| Norway | $16K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia plastic bottle imports (HS 3923): 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 3923: Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic bottle imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported plastic bottle worth $50.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic bottle to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($44.3 million), followed by China (4%) and the United Kingdom (1%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 571% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic bottle per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.73 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic bottle to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.3 million in 2017 to $50.7 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $41.6 million a year.
Does Namibia also export plastic bottle?
Yes. Namibia exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Angola and the United States. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $48.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic bottle?
The HS code for plastic bottle is heading 3923. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 3923.90 (37% of the value) and 3923.30 (19%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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