Pure sucrose imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $74.9 million of pure sucrose in 2024 (69.0 thousand tonnes). That is 18% 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 | $74.9M | 69.0K t |
| 2023 | $63.4M | 87.4K t |
| 2022 | $60.1M | 98.2K t |
| 2021 | $59.0M | 99.4K t |
| 2020 | $49.7M | 96.4K t |
| 2019 | $47.6M | 87.1K t |
| 2018 | $47.4M | 89.3K t |
| 2017 | $46.2M | 63.3K t |
Where Namibia imports pure sucrose from
South Africa alone supplied 93% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $69.8M | 93% |
| Belgium | $2.3M | 3.1% |
| Eswatini | $1.6M | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $771K | 1% |
| Egypt | $303K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $4K | 0% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.09 per kg, 60% above the world average of $0.68. 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.
Pure sucrose exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported pure sucrose worth $1.6 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (44%), Zimbabwe (25%), Angola (22%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $691K | 45% |
| Zimbabwe | $382K | 25% |
| Angola | $338K | 22% |
| Botswana | $98K | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $24K | 1.6% |
| Fiji | $21K | 1.3% |
| Niger | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia pure sucrose imports (HS 1701.99): 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 1701.99: Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of pure sucrose imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported pure sucrose worth $74.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 69.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure sucrose to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($69.8 million), followed by Belgium (3%) and Eswatini (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 161% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure sucrose per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.09 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $0.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pure sucrose to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46.2 million in 2017 to $74.9 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $56.0 million a year.
Does Namibia also export pure sucrose?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Zimbabwe and Angola. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $73.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure sucrose?
The HS code for pure sucrose is subheading 1701.99. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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