Polyethylene film and sheet imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $3.2 million of polyethylene film and sheet in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 30% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.5 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 | $3.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 904 t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 844 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 950 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 530 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 832 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 673 t |
Where Namibia imports polyethylene film and sheet from
South Africa alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.7M | 84% |
| India | $237K | 7.3% |
| China | $69K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $44K | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | $38K | 1.2% |
| United States | $24K | 0.8% |
| Botswana | $24K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $21K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $16K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.77 per kg, 37% below the world average of $2.81, 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.
Polyethylene film and sheet exports from Namibia
Exports of polyethylene film and sheet by Namibia reached $3.6 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.6M | 100% |
| Malta | $13K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $2K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| DR Congo | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia polyethylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.10): 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 3920.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene film and sheet imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported polyethylene film and sheet worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 142nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene film and sheet to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by India (7%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 917% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.77 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $2.81 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 film and sheet to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. The peak was 2022 at $7.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Namibia also export polyethylene film and sheet?
Yes. Namibia exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Malta and Angola. That compares with imports of $3.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polyethylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
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