Transmission gears and sprockets imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $7.0 million of transmission gears and sprockets in 2024 (292 tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $7.0M | 292 t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 222 t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 329 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 263 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 203 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 286 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 252 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 195 t |
Where Namibia imports transmission gears and sprockets from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (45%), United States (17%), Germany (8%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.1M | 45% |
| United States | $1.2M | 17% |
| Germany | $566K | 8.1% |
| China | $544K | 7.8% |
| Hungary | $258K | 3.7% |
| France | $186K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $115K | 1.7% |
| India | $100K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $89K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $89K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.89 per kg, 140% above the world average of $9.96. 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.
Transmission gears and sprockets exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported transmission gears and sprockets worth $1.4 million (174 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Africa (46%), Cote d'Ivoire (12%), France (12%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+488% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $638K | 46% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $167K | 12% |
| France | $166K | 12% |
| Cayman Isds | $142K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $64K | 4.6% |
| Bermuda | $59K | 4.2% |
| China | $27K | 1.9% |
| Republic of the Congo | $26K | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $25K | 1.8% |
| Cyprus | $22K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia transmission gears and sprockets imports (HS 8483.90): 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 8483.90: Transmission components: toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately: parts.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission gears and sprockets imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported transmission gears and sprockets worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 292 tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission gears and sprockets to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 450% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission gears and sprockets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.89 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $9.96 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of transmission gears and sprockets to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 127%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Namibia also export transmission gears and sprockets?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Cote d'Ivoire and France. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission gears and sprockets?
The HS code for transmission gears and sprockets is subheading 8483.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8483 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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