Baby knit clothing imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported baby knit clothing worth $3.3 million (203 tonnes). Value rose 7% 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 | $3.3M | 203 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 405 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 335 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 147 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 198 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 233 t |
Where Botswana imports baby knit clothing from
South Africa alone supplied 99% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.3M | 99% |
| China | $18K | 0.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $10K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6111
| 6111.20 | Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of cotton, knitted or crocheted | 49% |
| 6111.30 | Baby synthetic knit clothing | 48% |
| 6111.90 | Baby knit clothing (other fibres) | 2.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6111.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.18 per kg, 22% below the world average of $20.65, 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 baby knit clothing imports (HS 6111): 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 6111: Garments and clothing accessories, babies'; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of baby knit clothing imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported baby knit clothing worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 203 tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply baby knit clothing to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by China (1%) and Sri Lanka (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 21% on the year.
What is the average import price of baby knit clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.18 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $20.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of baby knit clothing to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2021 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for baby knit clothing?
The HS code for baby knit clothing is heading 6111. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 6111.20 (49% of the value) and 6111.30 (48%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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