Trailers (other types) imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of trailers (other types) by Namibia reached $5.3 million in 2024 (495 tonnes). That is 57% 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 | $5.3M | 495 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 662 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 775 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 5.7K t |
Where Namibia imports trailers (other types) from
China alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 57% |
| South Africa | $2.0M | 38% |
| United Kingdom | $185K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $37K | 0.7% |
| Botswana | $33K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $14K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $13K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $1K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.81 per kg, 104% above the world average of $5.31. 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.
Trailers (other types) exports from Namibia
Exports of trailers (other types) by Namibia reached $429 thousand in 2024 (42 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $385K | 90% |
| Angola | $19K | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $16K | 3.6% |
| Uganda | $4K | 1% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia trailers (other types) imports (HS 8716.40): 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 8716.40: Trailers and semi-trailers: n.e.c. in item no. 8716.3.
Common questions
What is the value of trailers (other types) imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported trailers (other types) worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 495 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailers (other types) to Namibia?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by South Africa (38%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 113% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailers (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.81 per kg in 2024, 104% above the world average of $5.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of trailers (other types) to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export trailers (other types)?
Yes. Namibia exported $429 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Angola and South Africa. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailers (other types)?
The HS code for trailers (other types) is subheading 8716.40. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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