Packing sacks (other) imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of packing sacks (other) by Botswana reached $8.6 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 214 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.2 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 | $8.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $16.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $690K | 896 t |
Where Botswana imports packing sacks (other) from
South Africa alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $8.6M | 100% |
| China | $15K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $6K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.42 per kg, 45% below the world average of $4.43, 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 packing sacks (other) imports (HS 6305.90): 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 6305.90: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of textile materials (other than jute, cotton or man-made textile materials).
Common questions
What is the value of packing sacks (other) imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported packing sacks (other) worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 214 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply packing sacks (other) to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by China (0%) and Namibia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of packing sacks (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.42 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $4.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of packing sacks (other) to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $690 thousand in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $16.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for packing sacks (other)?
The HS code for packing sacks (other) is subheading 6305.90. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 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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