Front-end loaders imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported front-end loaders worth $10.3 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 41% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $20.1 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 | $10.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $20.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $16.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 879 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 528 t |
Where Botswana imports front-end loaders from
South Africa alone supplied 74% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $7.6M | 74% |
| China | $1.5M | 14% |
| Burkina Faso | $822K | 8% |
| Italy | $256K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $63K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $54K | 0.5% |
| India | $22K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.49 per kg, close to the world average of $6.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Front-end loaders exports from Botswana
Botswana exported $856 thousand of front-end loaders in 2024 (68 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+673% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $653K | 76% |
| South Africa | $161K | 19% |
| Zambia | $43K | 5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana front-end loaders imports (HS 8429.51): 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 8429.51: Front-end shovel loaders.
Common questions
What is the value of front-end loaders imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported front-end loaders worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 106th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply front-end loaders to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by China (14%) and Burkina Faso (8%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of front-end loaders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.49 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $6.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of front-end loaders to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 271%. The peak was 2021 at $20.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does Botswana also export front-end loaders?
Yes. Botswana exported $856 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, South Africa and Zambia. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for front-end loaders?
The HS code for front-end loaders is subheading 8429.51. 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 8429 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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