Sulphur imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported sulphur worth $35.8 million (267.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $97.0 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 | $35.8M | 267.0K t |
| 2023 | $28.6M | 206.9K t |
| 2022 | $97.0M | 338.5K t |
| 2021 | $34.6M | 172.9K t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 73.5K t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 148.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 70.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.0M | 95.3K t |
Where Namibia imports sulphur from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (50%), Qatar (29%), Kuwait (20%). Among the main suppliers, Qatar grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $17.7M | 50% |
| Qatar | $10.3M | 29% |
| Kuwait | $7.2M | 20% |
| Latvia | $527K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $46K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.13 per kg, close to the world average of $0.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sulphur exports from Namibia
Exports of sulphur by Namibia reached $11.5 million in 2024 (34.6 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $7.8M | 67% |
| Zambia | $3.6M | 31% |
| Kenya | $197K | 1.7% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia sulphur imports (HS 2503): 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 2503: Sulphur of all kinds; other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur.
Common questions
What is the value of sulphur imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported sulphur worth $35.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 267.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 163 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply sulphur to Namibia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by Qatar (29%) and Kuwait (20%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of sulphur per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.13 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $0.11 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sulphur to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.0 million in 2017 to $35.8 million in 2024, an increase of 257%. The peak was 2022 at $97.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.1 million a year.
Does Namibia also export sulphur?
Yes. Namibia exported $11.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and Kenya. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $24.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulphur?
The HS code for sulphur is heading 2503. In Namibia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2503.00. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2503 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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