Synthetic filament fabric imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $3.0 million of synthetic filament fabric in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That is 15% less 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 | $3.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 663 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 520 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 718 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 231 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 481 t |
Where Namibia imports synthetic filament fabric from
South Africa alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.7M | 57% |
| China | $1.2M | 39% |
| India | $86K | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $17K | 0.6% |
| United States | $10K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
| Mexico | $0K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5407
| 5407.61 | Smooth polyester fabric | 14% |
| 5407.10 | High-tenacity synthetic fabric | 14% |
| 5407.53 | Multi-color textured polyester fabric | 9.5% |
| 5407.69 | Polyester blend fabric (smooth) | 8.6% |
| 5407.20 | Synthetic strip fabric | 7.6% |
| 5407.83 | Multi-color synthetic-cotton blend | 7.3% |
| 5407.72 | Acrylic filament dyed | 6.7% |
| 5407.52 | Textured polyester fabric (dyed) | 6.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5407.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.17 per kg, 61% below the world average of $5.62, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia synthetic filament fabric imports (HS 5407): 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 5407: Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament fabric imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported synthetic filament fabric worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 153rd of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament fabric to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (39%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 330% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.17 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $5.62 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic filament fabric to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. The peak was 2023 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament fabric?
The HS code for synthetic filament fabric is heading 5407. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 5407.61 (14% of the value) and 5407.10 (14%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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