Aluminium scrap exports from Botswana: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Botswana exported aluminium scrap worth $4.4 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 2.0K t |
Where Botswana exports aluminium scrap to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.2M | 50% |
| South Africa | $2.0M | 47% |
| Spain | $46K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $46K | 1.1% |
| China | $36K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.54 per kg, close to the world average of $1.78.
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 aluminium scrap exports (HS 7602): 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 7602: Aluminium; waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium scrap exported by Botswana?
Botswana exported aluminium scrap worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy aluminium scrap from Botswana?
India was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by South Africa (47%) and Spain (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average export price of aluminium scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.54 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of aluminium scrap from Botswana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 138%. The peak was 2023 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium scrap?
The HS code for aluminium scrap is heading 7602. In Botswana all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7602.00. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7602 page.
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