Penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) worth $2.3 million (53 tonnes). Value rose 6% 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 | 53 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 277 t |
| 2022 | $916K | 27 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 48 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 238 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 62 t |
| 2018 | $818K | 43 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 116 t |
Where Botswana imports penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.5M | 66% |
| Canada | $582K | 26% |
| India | $165K | 7.3% |
| France | $19K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.97 per kg, close to the world average of $36.19.
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 penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.10): 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 3004.10: Medicaments: containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53 tonnes. That ranks it 137th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Canada (26%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 115% on the year.
What is the average import price of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $42.97 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $36.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.10. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 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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