Root vegetables exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
Namibia exported $5.1 million of root vegetables in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 34% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 103% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $540K | 338 t |
| 2020 | $2K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $30K | 69 t |
| 2018 | $138K | 215 t |
| 2017 | $36K | 52 t |
Product types under HS 0706
| 0706.10 | Carrots and turnips | 100% |
| 0706.90 | Root vegetables (other types) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0706.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.89 per kg, 205% above the world average of $0.62. 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.
Root vegetables imports to Namibia
Namibia imported $1.1 million of root vegetables in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.1M | 99% |
| Botswana | $4K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $0K | 0% |
| Marshall Isds | $0K | 0% |
| Saudi Arabia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia root vegetables exports (HS 0706): 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 0706: Carrots, turnips, salad beetroot, salsify, celeriac, radishes and similar edible roots; fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of root vegetables exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported root vegetables worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 157 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries buy root vegetables from Namibia?
Germany was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Fiji (0%) and Angola (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 248% on the year.
What is the average export price of root vegetables per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.89 per kg in 2024, 205% above the world average of $0.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of root vegetables from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $36 thousand in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does Namibia also import root vegetables?
Yes. Namibia imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Botswana and Germany. On balance Namibia is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for root vegetables?
The HS code for root vegetables is heading 0706. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 0706.10 (100% of the value) and 0706.90 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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