Tin ore exports from Namibia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Namibia exported tin ore worth $26.1 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 67 countries for exports of this product. That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 494% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $19.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $19.0M | 979 t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 739 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 252 t |
| 2019 | $55K | 6 t |
| 2018 | $0K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $0K | 0 t |
Where Namibia exports tin ore to
One buyer market dominates: Thailand accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $25.7M | 99% |
| China | $203K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $188K | 0.7% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.75 per kg, 23% above the world average of $14.46. 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.
Tin ore imports to Namibia
Namibia imported $247 thousand of tin ore in 2024 (22 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Zambia accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $247K | 100% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia tin ore exports (HS 2609): 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 2609: Tin ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of tin ore exported by Namibia?
Namibia exported tin ore worth $26.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 67 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy tin ore from Namibia?
Thailand was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($25.7 million), followed by China (1%) and the United Kingdom (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average export price of tin ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $17.75 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $14.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of tin ore from Namibia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $0 thousand in 2017 to $26.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
Does Namibia also import tin ore?
Yes. Namibia imported $247 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Zambia and South Africa. On balance Namibia is a net exporter of this product, by about $25.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for tin ore?
The HS code for tin ore is heading 2609. In Namibia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2609.00. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2609 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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