Urea fertilizer imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported urea fertilizer worth $36.9 million (80.1 thousand tonnes). That is 7199% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 80% 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 | $36.9M | 80.1K t |
| 2023 | $505K | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $142K | 325 t |
| 2021 | $416K | 611 t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 56.7K t |
| 2019 | $17.2M | 93.6K t |
| 2018 | $541K | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $614K | 1.4K t |
Where Namibia imports urea fertilizer from
Nigeria alone supplied 69% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $25.4M | 69% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.0M | 14% |
| Russia | $3.9M | 11% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $1K | 0% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| Qatar | $1K | 0% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.46 per kg, 28% above the world average of $0.36. 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.
Urea fertilizer exports from Namibia
Exports of urea fertilizer by Namibia reached $18.6 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Zambia alone took 96% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $17.9M | 96% |
| United States | $728K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia urea fertilizer imports (HS 3102.10): 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 3102.10: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of urea fertilizer imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported urea fertilizer worth $36.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 80.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply urea fertilizer to Namibia?
Nigeria was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($25.4 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (14%) and Russia (10%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 164% on the year.
What is the average import price of urea fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.46 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $0.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of urea fertilizer to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $614 thousand in 2017 to $36.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does Namibia also export urea fertilizer?
Yes. Namibia exported $18.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, the United States and South Africa. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for urea fertilizer?
The HS code for urea fertilizer is subheading 3102.10. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3102 page.
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