Tomato sauce imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tomato sauce by Namibia reached $8.0 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 31% more 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 | $8.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.4M | 5.5K t |
Where Namibia imports tomato sauce from
South Africa alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.9M | 98% |
| China | $114K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $16K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| Botswana | $1K | 0% |
| Bahamas | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, 35% above the world average of $1.74. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia tomato sauce imports (HS 2103.20): 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 2103.20: Sauces: tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces.
Common questions
What is the value of tomato sauce imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported tomato sauce worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply tomato sauce to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by China (1%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of tomato sauce per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $1.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tomato sauce to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.4 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for tomato sauce?
The HS code for tomato sauce is subheading 2103.20. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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