Ceramic trim and finishing pieces imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported ceramic trim and finishing pieces worth $12.4 million (35.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
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 | $12.4M | 35.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.5M | 31.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.3M | 34.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 18.0K t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 13.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 12.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 3.7K t |
Where Botswana imports ceramic trim and finishing pieces from
South Africa alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.4M | 51% |
| Zambia | $3.9M | 31% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.1M | 17% |
| India | $16K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.35 per kg, 46% below the world average of $0.65, 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 ceramic trim and finishing pieces imports (HS 6907.40): 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 6907.40: Finishing ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic trim and finishing pieces imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported ceramic trim and finishing pieces worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 211 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic trim and finishing pieces to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Zambia (31%) and Zimbabwe (17%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 83% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic trim and finishing pieces per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.35 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $0.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic trim and finishing pieces to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, an increase of 253%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic trim and finishing pieces?
The HS code for ceramic trim and finishing pieces is subheading 6907.40. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Botswana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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