Plastic caps and closures imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic caps and closures by Namibia reached $3.8 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 33% 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 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 985 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 994 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 589 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 1.1K t |
Where Namibia imports plastic caps and closures from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.5M | 66% |
| Netherlands | $441K | 12% |
| France | $202K | 5.4% |
| Botswana | $161K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $139K | 3.7% |
| Sweden | $94K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $93K | 2.5% |
| China | $29K | 0.8% |
| United States | $21K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $17K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.23 per kg, 45% below the world average of $5.90, 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 caps and closures exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported plastic caps and closures worth $220 thousand (50 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (37%), Zambia (35%), South Africa (24%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+450% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $82K | 37% |
| Zambia | $77K | 35% |
| South Africa | $53K | 24% |
| Norway | $4K | 1.9% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.6% |
| Fiji | $1K | 0.3% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $0K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia plastic caps and closures imports (HS 3923.50): 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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported plastic caps and closures worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 127th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic caps and closures to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (12%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.23 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic caps and closures to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2019 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Namibia also export plastic caps and closures?
Yes. Namibia exported $220 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Zambia and South Africa. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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