Steel chain imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel chain by Namibia reached $4.4 million in 2024 (600 tonnes). Value rose 70% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.1 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 | $4.4M | 600 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 345 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 322 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 442 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 274 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 480 t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 485 t |
Where Namibia imports steel chain from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (32%), Mauritius (13%), Austria (11%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.4M | 32% |
| Mauritius | $582K | 13% |
| Austria | $468K | 11% |
| China | $462K | 11% |
| United States | $305K | 6.9% |
| Lithuania | $147K | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $146K | 3.3% |
| Norway | $144K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $124K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $117K | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 7315
| 7315.89 | Steel chain (other) | 35% |
| 7315.12 | Chain: articulated link, (other than roller), of iron or steel | 15% |
| 7315.20 | Skid chain | 13% |
| 7315.90 | Chain part (other) | 12% |
| 7315.11 | Roller chain | 11% |
| 7315.81 | Stud-link chain | 8.6% |
| 7315.82 | Welded link chain | 4.4% |
| 7315.19 | Chain part | 1.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7315.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.33 per kg, 61% above the world average of $4.54. 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.
Steel chain exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported steel chain worth $982 thousand (72 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+575% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $722K | 74% |
| Mauritius | $77K | 7.9% |
| Marshall Isds | $35K | 3.5% |
| Norway | $34K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $27K | 2.8% |
| Angola | $25K | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $20K | 2.1% |
| Cyprus | $12K | 1.2% |
| France | $11K | 1.1% |
| Cameroon | $7K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia steel chain imports (HS 7315): 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 7315: Chain and parts thereof, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel chain imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported steel chain worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 600 tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel chain to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Mauritius (13%) and Austria (11%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 355% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel chain per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.33 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $4.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel chain to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. The peak was 2018 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also export steel chain?
Yes. Namibia exported $982 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Mauritius and Marshall Isds. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel chain?
The HS code for steel chain is heading 7315. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 7315.89 (35% of the value) and 7315.12 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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