Rubber and plastic shoes imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported rubber and plastic shoes worth $20.4 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 6% 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 | $20.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $19.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $22.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $13.4M | 990 t |
| 2020 | $10.6M | 954 t |
| 2019 | $16.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $14.3M | 589 t |
| 2017 | $15.2M | 929 t |
Where Namibia imports rubber and plastic shoes from
South Africa alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+47% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $10.5M | 51% |
| China | $9.0M | 44% |
| Italy | $536K | 2.6% |
| Vietnam | $108K | 0.5% |
| Cameroon | $99K | 0.5% |
| Indonesia | $40K | 0.2% |
| Madagascar | $30K | 0.2% |
| Cambodia | $29K | 0.1% |
| India | $25K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.93 per kg, close to the world average of $15.24.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber and plastic shoes exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $452 thousand of rubber and plastic shoes in 2024 (12 tonnes). Germany alone took 60% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $273K | 61% |
| Poland | $133K | 29% |
| Taiwan | $22K | 5% |
| South Africa | $10K | 2.2% |
| Austria | $9K | 2% |
| Guyana | $1K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0.2% |
| DR Congo | $1K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia rubber and plastic shoes imports (HS 6402.99): 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 6402.99: Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6402, (other than just covering the ankle), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber and plastic shoes imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported rubber and plastic shoes worth $20.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber and plastic shoes to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by China (44%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber and plastic shoes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.93 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $15.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber and plastic shoes to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.2 million in 2017 to $20.4 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2022 at $22.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also export rubber and plastic shoes?
Yes. Namibia exported $452 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Poland and Taiwan. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber and plastic shoes?
The HS code for rubber and plastic shoes is subheading 6402.99. It sits in HS chapter 64 (footwear; gaiters and the like; parts of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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