Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Botswana imported $2.2 million of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) in 2024 (220 tonnes). Value fell 69% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.8 million.
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 | $2.2M | 220 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 211 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 274 t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 957 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 210 t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 214 t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 461 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 233 t |
Where Botswana imports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 94% |
| Zambia | $107K | 4.8% |
| Thailand | $10K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $8K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.07 per kg, 1551% above the world average of $0.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports (HS 8430.49): 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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 220 tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Botswana?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Zambia (5%) and Thailand (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.07 per kg in 2024, 1551% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 37%. The peak was 2021 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8430 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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