Perfume imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of perfume by Botswana reached $6.6 million in 2024 (337 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 | $6.6M | 337 t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 479 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 419 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 348 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 396 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 271 t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 300 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 286 t |
Where Botswana imports perfume from
South Africa alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.4M | 98% |
| Zambia | $82K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $73K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.1% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.60 per kg, 39% below the world average of $31.99, 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 perfume imports (HS 3303): 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 3303: Perfumes and toilet waters.
Common questions
What is the value of perfume imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported perfume worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 337 tonnes. That ranks it 125th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply perfume to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Zambia (1%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 952% on the year.
What is the average import price of perfume per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.60 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $31.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of perfume to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for perfume?
The HS code for perfume is heading 3303. In Botswana all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3303.00. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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