Eyeglasses imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported eyeglasses worth $2.1 million (38 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $2.1M | 38 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 98 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 82 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 73 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 89 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 312 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 667 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 22 t |
Where Botswana imports eyeglasses from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 93% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.0M | 93% |
| China | $109K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $21K | 1% |
| Australia | $5K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $2K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9004
| 9004.90 | Eyeglasses and goggles | 60% |
| 9004.10 | Sunglasses | 40% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9004.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $56.57 per kg, close to the world average of $64.59.
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 eyeglasses imports (HS 9004): 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 9004: Spectacles, goggles and the like; corrective, protective or other.
Common questions
What is the value of eyeglasses imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported eyeglasses worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38 tonnes. That ranks it 123rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply eyeglasses to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (5%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 835% on the year.
What is the average import price of eyeglasses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $56.57 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $64.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of eyeglasses to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. The peak was 2021 at $2.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for eyeglasses?
The HS code for eyeglasses is heading 9004. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 9004.90 (60% of the value) and 9004.10 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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