Illuminated sign imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of illuminated sign by Botswana reached $3.1 million in 2024 (347 tonnes). That is 84% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% 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 | $3.1M | 347 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 212 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 253 t |
| 2021 | $795K | 122 t |
| 2020 | $661K | 88 t |
| 2019 | $819K | 116 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 137 t |
| 2017 | $619K | 50 t |
Where Botswana imports illuminated sign from
South Africa alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.0M | 99% |
| Zambia | $11K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $8K | 0.3% |
| China | $6K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.87 per kg, 56% below the world average of $20.05, 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 illuminated sign imports (HS 9405.60): 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 9405.60: Illuminated signs, name plates and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of illuminated sign imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported illuminated sign worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 347 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply illuminated sign to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Zambia (0%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of illuminated sign per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.87 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $20.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of illuminated sign to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $619 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 398%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for illuminated sign?
The HS code for illuminated sign is subheading 9405.60. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
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