Tin ingots imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported tin ingots worth $2.3 million (150 tonnes). Value rose 325071% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 217% 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 | $2.3M | 150 t |
| 2023 | $1K | 0 t |
| 2022 | $0K | - |
| 2021 | $2K | - |
| 2020 | $0K | - |
| 2019 | $2K | - |
| 2018 | $1K | - |
| 2017 | $1K | - |
Where Namibia imports tin ingots from
One supplier dominates: DR Congo accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.3M | 100% |
| Lithuania | $2K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8001
| 8001.10 | Tin: unwrought, not alloyed | 100% |
| 8001.20 | Unwrought tin | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8001.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.13 per kg, 45% below the world average of $27.47, 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.
Tin ingots exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $993 thousand of tin ingots in 2024 (53 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Thailand accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $993K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia tin ingots imports (HS 8001): 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 8001: Tin; unwrought.
Common questions
What is the value of tin ingots imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported tin ingots worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 150 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 151 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply tin ingots to Namibia?
The DR Congo was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Lithuania (0%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of tin ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.13 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $27.47 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tin ingots to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $285 thousand a year.
Does Namibia also export tin ingots?
Yes. Namibia exported $993 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for tin ingots?
The HS code for tin ingots is heading 8001. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8001.10 (100% of the value) and 8001.20 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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