Steel prop and scaffolding imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $2.7 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That is 9% 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 | $2.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 728 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 910 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 711 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 2.2K t |
Where Namibia imports steel prop and scaffolding from
South Africa alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+908% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.6M | 61% |
| Switzerland | $479K | 18% |
| Botswana | $201K | 7.5% |
| China | $178K | 6.6% |
| Germany | $85K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $30K | 1.1% |
| Norway | $27K | 1% |
| Benin | $23K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel prop and scaffolding exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported steel prop and scaffolding worth $260 thousand (216 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 63% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $164K | 63% |
| DR Congo | $64K | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $17K | 6.6% |
| Zambia | $7K | 2.8% |
| Angola | $5K | 1.7% |
| Bermuda | $3K | 1.1% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 124th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Switzerland (18%) and Botswana (8%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 908% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $2.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Namibia also export steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. Namibia exported $260 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, the DR Congo and the United Kingdom. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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