Rubber gaskets and seals imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rubber gaskets and seals by Namibia reached $9.9 million in 2024 (526 tonnes). That is 30% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $9.9M | 526 t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 357 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 320 t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 356 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 303 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 396 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 341 t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 584 t |
Where Namibia imports rubber gaskets and seals from
Most of the value came from South Africa (38%), United States (11%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.7M | 38% |
| United States | $1.1M | 11% |
| China | $815K | 8.2% |
| Japan | $641K | 6.5% |
| United Kingdom | $551K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $437K | 4.4% |
| Norway | $360K | 3.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $341K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $262K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $212K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.83 per kg, close to the world average of $18.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber gaskets and seals exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $1.9 million of rubber gaskets and seals in 2024 (29 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Cayman Isds (30%), Cyprus (15%), Singapore (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+804% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cayman Isds | $574K | 30% |
| Cyprus | $291K | 15% |
| Singapore | $237K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $205K | 11% |
| Norway | $163K | 8.6% |
| Netherlands | $88K | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $81K | 4.3% |
| Denmark | $77K | 4.1% |
| France | $67K | 3.5% |
| DR Congo | $23K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia rubber gaskets and seals imports (HS 4016.93): 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 4016.93: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber gaskets and seals imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported rubber gaskets and seals worth $9.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 526 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber gaskets and seals to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by the United States (11%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 83 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 199% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber gaskets and seals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.83 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $18.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber gaskets and seals to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $9.9 million in 2024, an increase of 107%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does Namibia also export rubber gaskets and seals?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cayman Isds, Cyprus and Singapore. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber gaskets and seals?
The HS code for rubber gaskets and seals is subheading 4016.93. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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