Non-cellular plastic film imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported non-cellular plastic film worth $2.3 million (830 tonnes). Value rose 15% on 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 | $2.3M | 830 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 799 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 980 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 815 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 717 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 679 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 783 t |
Where Botswana imports non-cellular plastic film from
South Africa alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.0M | 88% |
| China | $191K | 8.4% |
| United Kingdom | $89K | 3.9% |
| Namibia | $2K | 0.1% |
| India | $1K | 0% |
| Australia | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.74 per kg, 41% below the world average of $4.63, 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.
Non-cellular plastic film exports from Botswana
Exports of non-cellular plastic film by Botswana reached $1.4 million in 2024 (517 tonnes). Most of it went to South Africa (38%), Zambia (31%), Zimbabwe (30%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+513% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $525K | 38% |
| Zambia | $420K | 31% |
| Zimbabwe | $414K | 30% |
| Namibia | $18K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana non-cellular plastic film imports (HS 3921.90): 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 3921.90: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular.
Common questions
What is the value of non-cellular plastic film imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported non-cellular plastic film worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 830 tonnes. That ranks it 140th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-cellular plastic film to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (8%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-cellular plastic film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.74 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $4.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-cellular plastic film to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2021 at $2.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does Botswana also export non-cellular plastic film?
Yes. Botswana exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $897 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for non-cellular plastic film?
The HS code for non-cellular plastic film is subheading 3921.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3921 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Botswana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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