Transmission and switching apparatus imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported transmission and switching apparatus worth $26.9 million (184 tonnes). Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $26.9M | 184 t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 96 t |
| 2022 | $14.5M | 95 t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 77 t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 101 t |
| 2019 | $10.7M | 53 t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 38 t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 53 t |
Where Namibia imports transmission and switching apparatus from
Most of the value came from China (37%), South Africa (25%), Taiwan (5%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+505% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.9M | 37% |
| South Africa | $6.8M | 25% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 5% |
| Br. Virgin Isds | $1.3M | 4.8% |
| Vietnam | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| United States | $819K | 3% |
| Hungary | $772K | 2.9% |
| Philippines | $745K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $663K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $652K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $145.90 per kg, 33% below the world average of $217.15, 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.
Transmission and switching apparatus exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported transmission and switching apparatus worth $1.5 million (23 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Botswana (33%), Czech Republic (17%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Botswana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $495K | 33% |
| Czech Republic | $253K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $207K | 14% |
| Hong Kong | $131K | 8.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $68K | 4.5% |
| Singapore | $57K | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $49K | 3.2% |
| Hungary | $35K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $33K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $29K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia transmission and switching apparatus imports (HS 8517.62): 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 8517.62: Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission and switching apparatus imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported transmission and switching apparatus worth $26.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 184 tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission and switching apparatus to Namibia?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($9.9 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and Taiwan (5%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 505% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission and switching apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $145.90 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $217.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of transmission and switching apparatus to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $26.9 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also export transmission and switching apparatus?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $25.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission and switching apparatus?
The HS code for transmission and switching apparatus is subheading 8517.62. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8517 page.
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