Air compressor imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported air compressor worth $12.2 million (980 tonnes). Value fell 5% from 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 | $12.2M | 980 t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 871 t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 782 t |
Where Botswana imports air compressor from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.2M | 76% |
| China | $1.8M | 15% |
| Australia | $567K | 4.7% |
| United States | $193K | 1.6% |
| India | $76K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $66K | 0.5% |
| France | $57K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $54K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $38K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $37K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 8414
| 8414.80 | Air and gas compressors (other) | 26% |
| 8414.59 | Fans (other types) | 20% |
| 8414.90 | Compressor and fan parts | 15% |
| 8414.30 | Refrigeration compressors | 11% |
| 8414.40 | Portable air compressors | 8.3% |
| 8414.51 | Small electric fans | 7.4% |
| 8414.10 | Vacuum pumps | 6.2% |
| 8414.60 | Ventilation hoods | 3.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8414.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.40 per kg, close to the world average of $13.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana air compressor imports (HS 8414): 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 8414: Air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans; ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan; gas-tight biological safety cabinets whether or not fitted with filters.
Common questions
What is the value of air compressor imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported air compressor worth $12.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 980 tonnes. That ranks it 143rd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply air compressor to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by China (15%) and Australia (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 406% on the year.
What is the average import price of air compressor per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.40 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $13.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air compressor to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $12.2 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2020 at $14.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for air compressor?
The HS code for air compressor is heading 8414. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 8414.80 (26% of the value) and 8414.59 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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