Solvent-based paint imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $10.3 million of solvent-based paint in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). That is 3% 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 | $10.3M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $11.6M | 6.0K t |
Where Namibia imports solvent-based paint from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 77% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.9M | 77% |
| United Kingdom | $836K | 8.1% |
| Portugal | $616K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $277K | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $139K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $78K | 0.8% |
| Greece | $74K | 0.7% |
| China | $51K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $47K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $40K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 3208
| 3208.90 | Polymer solvent paint | 73% |
| 3208.20 | Acrylic solvent paint | 22% |
| 3208.10 | Polyester solvent paint | 5.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3208.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.69 per kg, 71% below the world average of $5.76, 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.
Solvent-based paint exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $614 thousand of solvent-based paint in 2024 (71 tonnes). Most of it went to Angola (31%), Portugal (13%), Egypt (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest (+984% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $192K | 31% |
| Portugal | $79K | 13% |
| Egypt | $61K | 10% |
| Greece | $58K | 9.4% |
| Netherlands | $54K | 8.8% |
| South Africa | $38K | 6.2% |
| Bahamas | $35K | 5.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14K | 2.3% |
| France | $14K | 2.3% |
| Bermuda | $13K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia solvent-based paint imports (HS 3208): 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 3208: Paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of solvent-based paint imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported solvent-based paint worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 116th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply solvent-based paint to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and Portugal (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 495% on the year.
What is the average import price of solvent-based paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.69 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $5.76 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of solvent-based paint to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.6 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2017 at $11.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also export solvent-based paint?
Yes. Namibia exported $614 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Portugal and Egypt. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for solvent-based paint?
The HS code for solvent-based paint is heading 3208. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 3208.90 (73% of the value) and 3208.20 (22%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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