Sauces and condiments imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sauces and condiments by Namibia reached $24.4 million in 2024 (11.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 15% on 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 | $24.4M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $21.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $21.0M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $20.5M | 12.0K t |
| 2020 | $16.2M | 11.6K t |
| 2019 | $18.9M | 11.5K t |
| 2018 | $21.4M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $19.8M | 16.8K t |
Where Namibia imports sauces and condiments from
South Africa alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $23.6M | 97% |
| Germany | $221K | 0.9% |
| China | $185K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $76K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $68K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $53K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $33K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $33K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $27K | 0.1% |
| Botswana | $15K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 2103
| 2103.90 | Mixed seasonings | 64% |
| 2103.20 | Tomato sauce | 33% |
| 2103.10 | Soy sauce | 2% |
| 2103.30 | Prepared mustard | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2103.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.06 per kg, 21% below the world average of $2.62, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sauces and condiments exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $268 thousand of sauces and condiments in 2024 (202 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Botswana accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+663% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $173K | 65% |
| DR Congo | $35K | 13% |
| Angola | $29K | 11% |
| South Africa | $15K | 5.6% |
| France | $9K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $4K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $1K | 0.4% |
| China | $1K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $1K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia sauces and condiments imports (HS 2103): 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 2103: Sauces and preparations therefor; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings, mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard.
Common questions
What is the value of sauces and condiments imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported sauces and condiments worth $24.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply sauces and condiments to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($23.6 million), followed by Germany (1%) and China (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 416% on the year.
What is the average import price of sauces and condiments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.06 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $2.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sauces and condiments to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.8 million in 2017 to $24.4 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also export sauces and condiments?
Yes. Namibia exported $268 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, the DR Congo and Angola. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sauces and condiments?
The HS code for sauces and condiments is heading 2103. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 2103.90 (64% of the value) and 2103.20 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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