Uncoated printing paper imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of uncoated printing paper by Namibia reached $11.3 million in 2024 (6.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 31% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $11.3M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $9.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.4M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 3.9K t |
Where Namibia imports uncoated printing paper from
South Africa alone supplied 81% of it. Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.2M | 81% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 17% |
| Uganda | $69K | 0.6% |
| Indonesia | $36K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $33K | 0.3% |
| India | $29K | 0.3% |
| China | $21K | 0.2% |
| Sweden | $12K | 0.1% |
| United States | $11K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 4802
| 4802.56 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets) | 47% |
| 4802.69 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) | 32% |
| 4802.20 | Photographic base paper | 4.8% |
| 4802.57 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) | 4.5% |
| 4802.61 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (rolls) | 3.4% |
| 4802.62 | Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) | 3% |
| 4802.55 | Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls) | 2.7% |
| 4802.58 | Heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.64 per kg, 55% above the world average of $1.06. 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.
Uncoated printing paper exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported uncoated printing paper worth $210 thousand (497 tonnes). South Africa alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $147K | 70% |
| DR Congo | $26K | 13% |
| El Salvador | $26K | 12% |
| Angola | $11K | 5.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
| Bahamas | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia uncoated printing paper imports (HS 4802): 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 4802: Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated printing paper imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported uncoated printing paper worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated printing paper to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Portugal (17%) and Uganda (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated printing paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.64 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $1.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uncoated printing paper to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 134%. The peak was 2018 at $12.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does Namibia also export uncoated printing paper?
Yes. Namibia exported $210 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, the DR Congo and El Salvador. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated printing paper?
The HS code for uncoated printing paper is heading 4802. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 4802.56 (47% of the value) and 4802.69 (32%).
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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