Air conditioner imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported air conditioner worth $14.9 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 54% on 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 | $14.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 1.0K t |
Where Botswana imports air conditioner from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.2M | 62% |
| China | $4.9M | 33% |
| United States | $515K | 3.5% |
| France | $97K | 0.7% |
| Serbia | $63K | 0.4% |
| Switzerland | $43K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $20K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $16K | 0.1% |
| India | $4K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8415
| 8415.10 | Window and wall air conditioners | 61% |
| 8415.90 | Air conditioning parts | 18% |
| 8415.81 | Reversible heat pumps | 11% |
| 8415.82 | Central air conditioning units | 5.8% |
| 8415.83 | Evaporative coolers | 2.8% |
| 8415.20 | Vehicle air conditioners | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8415.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.26 per kg, 27% below the world average of $9.92, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 conditioner imports (HS 8415): 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 8415: Air conditioning machines; comprising a motor driven fan and elements for changing the temperature and humidity, including those machines in which the humidity cannot be separately regulated.
Common questions
What is the value of air conditioner imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported air conditioner worth $14.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 134th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply air conditioner to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by China (33%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 634% on the year.
What is the average import price of air conditioner per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.26 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $9.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of air conditioner to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $14.9 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for air conditioner?
The HS code for air conditioner is heading 8415. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 8415.10 (61% of the value) and 8415.90 (18%).
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