Precision measuring instruments imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of precision measuring instruments by Namibia reached $6.9 million in 2024 (100 tonnes). That is 8% 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 | $6.9M | 100 t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 111 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 65 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 48 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 39 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 52 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 14 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 44 t |
Where Namibia imports precision measuring instruments from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (34%), United States (14%), Slovenia (8%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.3M | 34% |
| United States | $983K | 14% |
| Slovenia | $580K | 8.5% |
| China | $553K | 8.1% |
| Germany | $544K | 7.9% |
| Austria | $264K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $256K | 3.7% |
| Norway | $176K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $108K | 1.6% |
| Sweden | $93K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $68.81 per kg, close to the world average of $71.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precision measuring instruments exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $369 thousand of precision measuring instruments in 2024 (7 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Denmark accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $188K | 51% |
| Norway | $37K | 10% |
| South Africa | $29K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $24K | 6.5% |
| Gabon | $21K | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 5.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8K | 2.1% |
| Republic of the Congo | $8K | 2.1% |
| Zambia | $6K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia precision measuring instruments imports (HS 9031.80): 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 9031.80: Instruments, appliances and machines: for measuring or checking n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of precision measuring instruments imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported precision measuring instruments worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 100 tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply precision measuring instruments to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by the United States (14%) and Slovenia (8%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 974% on the year.
What is the average import price of precision measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $68.81 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $71.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of precision measuring instruments to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export precision measuring instruments?
Yes. Namibia exported $369 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Denmark, Norway and South Africa. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for precision measuring instruments?
The HS code for precision measuring instruments is subheading 9031.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9031 page.
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