Precious metal ore imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported precious metal ore worth $104.1 million (12.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 223% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 65% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $182.0 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 | $104.1M | 12.2K t |
| 2023 | $32.2M | 53.9K t |
| 2022 | $182.0M | 147.6K t |
| 2021 | $123.3M | 53.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 897 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 3.6K t |
Where Namibia imports precious metal ore from
Most of the value came from Brazil (44%), Greece (32%), Canada (24%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $46.0M | 44% |
| Greece | $33.5M | 32% |
| Canada | $24.6M | 24% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2616
| 2616.90 | Precious metal ore (other) | 100% |
| 2616.10 | Silver ore | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2616.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.57 per kg, 116% above the world average of $3.97. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precious metal ore exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported precious metal ore worth $494 thousand (1.1 thousand tonnes). China alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $493K | 100% |
| Greece | $0K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Burkina Faso | $0K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia precious metal ore imports (HS 2616): 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 2616: Precious metal ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of precious metal ore imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported precious metal ore worth $104.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 98 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 223% on 2023.
Which countries supply precious metal ore to Namibia?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($46.0 million), followed by Greece (32%) and Canada (24%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of precious metal ore per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.57 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $3.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of precious metal ore to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $104.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $182.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.0 million a year.
Does Namibia also export precious metal ore?
Yes. Namibia exported $494 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Greece and Canada. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $103.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for precious metal ore?
The HS code for precious metal ore is heading 2616. In Namibia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2616.90. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2616 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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