Steel wire ropes imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported steel wire ropes worth $12.8 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 57% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $12.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 1.8K t |
Where Namibia imports steel wire ropes from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (37%), United States (22%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.7M | 37% |
| United States | $2.9M | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 11% |
| Spain | $635K | 5% |
| China | $629K | 4.9% |
| Portugal | $375K | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $335K | 2.6% |
| India | $311K | 2.4% |
| Norway | $279K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $270K | 2.1% |
Product types under HS 7312
| 7312.10 | Iron or steel: stranded wire, ropes and cables, not electrically insulated | 85% |
| 7312.90 | Steel wire rope | 15% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7312.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.90 per kg, 140% above the world average of $2.04. 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 wire ropes exports from Namibia
Exports of steel wire ropes by Namibia reached $842 thousand in 2024 (264 tonnes). Most of it went to Norway (27%), South Africa (22%), Angola (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $224K | 27% |
| South Africa | $188K | 22% |
| Angola | $153K | 18% |
| Zambia | $106K | 13% |
| Portugal | $48K | 5.7% |
| Singapore | $28K | 3.3% |
| Vanuatu | $23K | 2.7% |
| Cayman Isds | $17K | 2% |
| France | $15K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia steel wire ropes imports (HS 7312): 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 7312: Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated.
Common questions
What is the value of steel wire ropes imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported steel wire ropes worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel wire ropes to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by the United States (22%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 226% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel wire ropes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.90 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $2.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel wire ropes to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, an increase of 200%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also export steel wire ropes?
Yes. Namibia exported $842 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, South Africa and Angola. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel wire ropes?
The HS code for steel wire ropes is heading 7312. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 7312.10 (85% of the value) and 7312.90 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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