Ginger and spices imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ginger and spices by Botswana reached $16.5 million in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 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 | $16.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $16.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $14.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $14.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $14.1M | 4.0K t |
Where Botswana imports ginger and spices from
South Africa alone supplied 100% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $16.4M | 100% |
| India | $20K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $4K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0910
| 0910.99 | Spices (other varieties) | 91% |
| 0910.91 | Mixed spices | 5.3% |
| 0910.12 | Ground ginger | 3.4% |
| 0910.11 | Dried ginger | 0.3% |
| 0910.30 | Turmeric | 0.3% |
| 0910.20 | Saffron | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0910.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.43 per kg, 54% above the world average of $2.23. 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 ginger and spices imports (HS 0910): 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 0910: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices.
Common questions
What is the value of ginger and spices imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported ginger and spices worth $16.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply ginger and spices to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by India (0%) and Zambia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 53% on the year.
What is the average import price of ginger and spices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.43 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $2.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ginger and spices to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.1 million in 2017 to $16.5 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $17.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ginger and spices?
The HS code for ginger and spices is heading 0910. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 0910.99 (90% of the value) and 0910.91 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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