Industrial rough diamonds imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of industrial rough diamonds by Botswana reached $19.5 million in 2024 (9 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 60 countries. That is 1084% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 67% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $92.1 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 | $19.5M | 9 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 0 t |
| 2022 | $92.1M | 1 t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 0 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 0 t |
| 2019 | $24.8M | 0 t |
| 2018 | $593K | - |
| 2017 | $532K | 0 t |
Where Botswana imports industrial rough diamonds from
Angola alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $19.2M | 99% |
| South Africa | $173K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $42K | 0.2% |
| India | $42K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2,164.19 per kg, 871% above the world average of $222.93. 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.
Industrial rough diamonds exports from Botswana
In 2024, Botswana exported industrial rough diamonds worth $16.4 million (0 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 53 countries. One buyer market dominates: Belgium accounted for 50% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $8.2M | 50% |
| India | $4.9M | 30% |
| Japan | $1.8M | 11% |
| United States | $602K | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $293K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $247K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $95K | 0.6% |
| Israel | $86K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $85K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $31K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana industrial rough diamonds imports (HS 7102.21): 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 7102.21: Diamonds: industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial rough diamonds imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported industrial rough diamonds worth $19.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 60 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports.
Which countries supply industrial rough diamonds to Botswana?
Angola was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($19.2 million), followed by South Africa (1%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of industrial rough diamonds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2,164.19 per kg in 2024, 871% above the world average of $222.93 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of industrial rough diamonds to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $532 thousand in 2017 to $19.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $92.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.5 million a year.
Does Botswana also export industrial rough diamonds?
Yes. Botswana exported $16.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, India and Japan. That compares with imports of $19.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for industrial rough diamonds?
The HS code for industrial rough diamonds is subheading 7102.21. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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