Bedding imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bedding by Botswana reached $17.2 million in 2024 (13.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 38% 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 | $17.2M | 13.8K t |
| 2023 | $12.5M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $12.8M | 9.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.0M | 12.4K t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 10.5K t |
| 2019 | $15.9M | 11.8K t |
| 2018 | $16.7M | 9.2K t |
| 2017 | $15.6M | 8.8K t |
Where Botswana imports bedding from
South Africa alone supplied 96% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $16.6M | 96% |
| China | $667K | 3.9% |
| Namibia | $4K | 0% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9404
| 9404.10 | Mattress support | 62% |
| 9404.90 | Pillow and cushion | 26% |
| 9404.29 | Spring mattress | 12% |
| 9404.21 | Foam mattress | 0.4% |
| 9404.30 | Sleeping bag | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9404.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, 79% below the world average of $5.99, 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 bedding imports (HS 9404): 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 9404: Mattress supports; articles of bedding (e.g. mattresses, quilts, eiderdowns, cushions pouffes and pillows), fitted with springs or stuffed, whether or not covered.
Common questions
What is the value of bedding imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported bedding worth $17.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply bedding to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($16.6 million), followed by China (4%) and Namibia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of bedding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $5.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bedding to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.6 million in 2017 to $17.2 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for bedding?
The HS code for bedding is heading 9404. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 9404.10 (62% of the value) and 9404.90 (26%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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