Special purpose vehicles imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported special purpose vehicles worth $15.4 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $40.2 million.
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 | $15.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $15.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 899 t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 749 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 740 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 663 t |
| 2017 | $40.2M | 2.0K t |
Where Namibia imports special purpose vehicles from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (38%), China (22%), Austria (15%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.8M | 38% |
| China | $3.5M | 23% |
| Austria | $2.3M | 15% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 11% |
| Mexico | $684K | 4.4% |
| Canada | $470K | 3.1% |
| India | $303K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $239K | 1.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $179K | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $166K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 8705
| 8705.90 | Specialized service vehicles | 44% |
| 8705.10 | Crane trucks | 23% |
| 8705.30 | Fire trucks | 16% |
| 8705.40 | Concrete mixer trucks | 9% |
| 8705.20 | Mobile drilling vehicles | 8.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8705.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.59 per kg, 21% above the world average of $7.07. 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.
Special purpose vehicles exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $1.6 million of special purpose vehicles in 2024 (148 tonnes). Botswana alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $997K | 63% |
| South Africa | $385K | 24% |
| Zambia | $133K | 8.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $66K | 4.2% |
| Niger | $6K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $5K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia special purpose vehicles imports (HS 8705): 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 8705: Special purpose motor vehicles; not those for the transport of persons or goods (e.g. breakdown lorries, road sweeper lorries, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units etc).
Common questions
What is the value of special purpose vehicles imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported special purpose vehicles worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply special purpose vehicles to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by China (22%) and Austria (15%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 158% on the year.
What is the average import price of special purpose vehicles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.59 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $7.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of special purpose vehicles to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.2 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2017 at $40.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also export special purpose vehicles?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, South Africa and Zambia. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for special purpose vehicles?
The HS code for special purpose vehicles is heading 8705. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8705.90 (44% of the value) and 8705.10 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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