Rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rock drill bits (non-cermet) by Namibia reached $12.9 million in 2024 (541 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 109% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $12.9M | 541 t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 237 t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 270 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 288 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 160 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 179 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 110 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 273 t |
Where Namibia imports rock drill bits (non-cermet) from
Most of the value came from South Africa (32%), China (22%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.1M | 32% |
| China | $2.8M | 22% |
| United States | $1.8M | 14% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 8.6% |
| Australia | $476K | 3.7% |
| New Zealand | $471K | 3.7% |
| Poland | $453K | 3.5% |
| Senegal | $370K | 2.9% |
| Canada | $334K | 2.6% |
| Angola | $261K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.83 per kg, 43% above the world average of $16.65. 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.
Rock drill bits (non-cermet) exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $1.5 million of rock drill bits (non-cermet) in 2024 (119 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.1M | 70% |
| Angola | $101K | 6.7% |
| Zambia | $99K | 6.6% |
| South Africa | $84K | 5.5% |
| Republic of the Congo | $60K | 4% |
| Norway | $47K | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $28K | 1.9% |
| Romania | $19K | 1.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $12K | 0.8% |
| Bahamas | $5K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports (HS 8207.19): 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 8207.19: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of rock drill bits (non-cermet) imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 541 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 109% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by China (22%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 147% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock drill bits (non-cermet) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.83 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $16.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rock drill bits (non-cermet) to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 551%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.9 million a year.
Does Namibia also export rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Angola and Zambia. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
The HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet) is subheading 8207.19. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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