Whiskey imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of whiskey by Namibia reached $15.4 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $20.3 million.
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 | $15.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $18.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $16.8M | 2.4K t |
Where Namibia imports whiskey from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (38%), Ireland (27%), United Kingdom (22%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.8M | 38% |
| Ireland | $4.1M | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 22% |
| United States | $1.9M | 13% |
| Germany | $65K | 0.4% |
| France | $49K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $20K | 0.1% |
| India | $19K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $16K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.52 per kg, 63% above the world average of $7.05. 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.
Whiskey exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported whiskey worth $5.8 million (369 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
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The shipment records behind Namibia whiskey imports (HS 2208.30): 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 2208.30: Whiskies.
Common questions
What is the value of whiskey imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported whiskey worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply whiskey to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by Ireland (27%) and the United Kingdom (22%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 420% on the year.
What is the average import price of whiskey per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.52 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $7.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of whiskey to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.8 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $20.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.3 million a year.
Does Namibia also export whiskey?
Yes. Namibia exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for whiskey?
The HS code for whiskey is subheading 2208.30. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 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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