Polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) by Namibia reached $3.9 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 369% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average.
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 | $3.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $837K | 320 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 529 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 884 t |
| 2020 | $458K | 258 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 436 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 358 t |
| 2017 | $810K | 245 t |
Where Namibia imports polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+800% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.3M | 59% |
| Botswana | $1.3M | 33% |
| China | $190K | 4.8% |
| Spain | $45K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $22K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $16K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $15K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $12K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.93 per kg, close to the world average of $3.00.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Namibia polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) imports (HS 3917.21): 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 3917.21: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 369% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Botswana (33%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 800% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.93 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $810 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 385%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
The HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) is subheading 3917.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
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