Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) worth $5.3 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 111% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% 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 | $5.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $975K | 680 t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 732 t |
| 2020 | $513K | 300 t |
| 2019 | $639K | 404 t |
| 2018 | $797K | 786 t |
| 2017 | $453K | 451 t |
Where Namibia imports printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) from
South Africa alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+219% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.3M | 62% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 36% |
| Uganda | $69K | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $34K | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $11K | 0.2% |
| China | $6K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $4K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
| Japan | $1K | 0% |
| Philippines | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, 37% above the world average of $1.01. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) imports (HS 4802.56): 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 4802.56: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded).
Common questions
What is the value of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 111% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Portugal (36%) and Uganda (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $1.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $452 thousand in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets)?
The HS code for printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) is subheading 4802.56. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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