Vehicle parts and accessories imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle parts and accessories by Namibia reached $84.8 million in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $84.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $79.5M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $79.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $75.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $59.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $74.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $85.4M | 7.1K t |
| 2017 | $83.6M | 7.4K t |
Where Namibia imports vehicle parts and accessories from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $46.7M | 55% |
| China | $10.7M | 13% |
| Japan | $6.2M | 7.3% |
| United States | $4.4M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 3.2% |
| Thailand | $2.6M | 3.1% |
| Botswana | $1.6M | 1.8% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 1.7% |
| India | $1.1M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $752K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 8708
| 8708.99 | Vehicle parts (other types) | 34% |
| 8708.29 | Body parts and accessories | 17% |
| 8708.30 | Vehicle brakes | 9.4% |
| 8708.80 | Vehicle suspension systems | 9% |
| 8708.40 | Vehicle gearboxes | 6% |
| 8708.50 | Vehicle axles and differentials | 5.7% |
| 8708.93 | Vehicle clutches | 4.8% |
| 8708.10 | Vehicle bumpers | 3.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8708.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.56 per kg, 40% above the world average of $9.69. 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.
Vehicle parts and accessories exports from Namibia
Exports of vehicle parts and accessories by Namibia reached $1.8 million in 2024 (218 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were South Africa (23%), Angola (19%), Zambia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $405K | 23% |
| Angola | $339K | 19% |
| Zambia | $258K | 15% |
| United States | $135K | 7.6% |
| Norway | $103K | 5.8% |
| Botswana | $102K | 5.7% |
| India | $93K | 5.2% |
| Australia | $79K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $60K | 3.4% |
| DR Congo | $55K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia vehicle parts and accessories imports (HS 8708): 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 8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle parts and accessories imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported vehicle parts and accessories worth $84.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 106th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle parts and accessories to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($46.7 million), followed by China (13%) and Japan (7%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 92 supplier countries in total. Botswana grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.56 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $9.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle parts and accessories to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $83.6 million in 2017 to $84.8 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2018 at $85.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $77.7 million a year.
Does Namibia also export vehicle parts and accessories?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Angola and Zambia. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $83.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle parts and accessories?
The HS code for vehicle parts and accessories is heading 8708. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8708.99 (34% of the value) and 8708.29 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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