Valve and tap parts imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported valve and tap parts worth $11.6 million (332 tonnes). Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $11.6M | 333 t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 227 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 110 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 152 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 134 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 424 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 50 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 137 t |
Where Namibia imports valve and tap parts from
Most of the value came from United States (38%), South Africa (17%), Angola (15%). Among the main suppliers, Angola grew fastest (+305% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.5M | 38% |
| South Africa | $2.0M | 17% |
| Angola | $1.8M | 15% |
| France | $654K | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $639K | 5.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $288K | 2.5% |
| Norway | $283K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $238K | 2.1% |
| India | $238K | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $209K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.89 per kg, 78% above the world average of $19.65. 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.
Valve and tap parts exports from Namibia
Exports of valve and tap parts by Namibia reached $3.0 million in 2024 (28 tonnes). Most of it went to Malaysia (28%), Norway (21%), Singapore (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $822K | 28% |
| Norway | $621K | 21% |
| Singapore | $424K | 14% |
| United States | $258K | 8.7% |
| Ghana | $187K | 6.3% |
| Angola | $157K | 5.3% |
| France | $135K | 4.5% |
| Cyprus | $99K | 3.3% |
| Cayman Isds | $58K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $56K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia valve and tap parts imports (HS 8481.90): 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 8481.90: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of valve and tap parts imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported valve and tap parts worth $11.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 332 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve and tap parts to Namibia?
The United States was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by South Africa (17%) and Angola (15%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 785% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve and tap parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.89 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $19.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of valve and tap parts to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $11.6 million in 2024, an increase of 245%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export valve and tap parts?
Yes. Namibia exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Norway and Singapore. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve and tap parts?
The HS code for valve and tap parts is subheading 8481.90. 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 8481 page.
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