Polyethylene bags imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported polyethylene bags worth $6.6 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 30% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.7 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 | $6.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $9.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 2.2K t |
Where Namibia imports polyethylene bags from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+834% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.3M | 81% |
| United Kingdom | $567K | 8.6% |
| China | $491K | 7.5% |
| Japan | $76K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $59K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $25K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $6K | 0.1% |
| United States | $5K | 0.1% |
| India | $4K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.51 per kg, close to the world average of $2.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene bags exports from Namibia
Exports of polyethylene bags by Namibia reached $1.3 million in 2024 (912 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 94% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): 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 3923.21: Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene bags imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported polyethylene bags worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (9%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 834% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.51 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $2.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2021 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also export polyethylene bags?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Togo and Angola. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene bags?
The HS code for polyethylene bags is subheading 3923.21. 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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