Plastic hose and tubing (other) imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic hose and tubing (other) by Botswana reached $6.0 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $6.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 1.6K t |
Where Botswana imports plastic hose and tubing (other) from
South Africa alone supplied 71% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.3M | 71% |
| Australia | $861K | 14% |
| Germany | $576K | 9.6% |
| China | $170K | 2.8% |
| Morocco | $126K | 2.1% |
| United States | $6K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.76 per kg, 58% below the world average of $6.55, 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.
Plastic hose and tubing (other) exports from Botswana
Botswana exported $305 thousand of plastic hose and tubing (other) in 2024 (142 tonnes). Zambia alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $189K | 62% |
| Zimbabwe | $66K | 22% |
| Namibia | $43K | 14% |
| South Africa | $7K | 2.3% |
| France | $0K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana plastic hose and tubing (other) imports (HS 3917.39): 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 3917.39: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 3917.30.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic hose and tubing (other) imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported plastic hose and tubing (other) worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic hose and tubing (other) to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Australia (14%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 500% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic hose and tubing (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.76 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $6.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic hose and tubing (other) to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Botswana also export plastic hose and tubing (other)?
Yes. Botswana exported $305 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Zimbabwe and Namibia. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic hose and tubing (other)?
The HS code for plastic hose and tubing (other) is subheading 3917.39. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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