Self-adhesive film imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported self-adhesive film worth $6.7 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 17% more than in 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 | $6.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 1.3K t |
Where Botswana imports self-adhesive film from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.0M | 59% |
| China | $1.6M | 23% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 17% |
| United States | $9K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $9K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $5K | 0.1% |
| France | $5K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $3K | 0% |
| Italy | $3K | 0% |
Product types under HS 3919
| 3919.90 | Self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) | 63% |
| 3919.10 | Self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) | 37% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3919.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.77 per kg, 44% below the world average of $6.73, 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.
Self-adhesive film exports from Botswana
Exports of self-adhesive film by Botswana reached $310 thousand in 2024 (44 tonnes). Most of it went to Namibia (48%), Lesotho (46%), South Africa (2%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $149K | 48% |
| Lesotho | $142K | 46% |
| South Africa | $8K | 2.5% |
| Zambia | $6K | 1.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana self-adhesive film imports (HS 3919): 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 3919: Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive film imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported self-adhesive film worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-adhesive film to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by China (23%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-adhesive film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.77 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $6.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of self-adhesive film to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Botswana also export self-adhesive film?
Yes. Botswana exported $310 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Lesotho and South Africa. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive film?
The HS code for self-adhesive film is heading 3919. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 3919.90 (63% of the value) and 3919.10 (37%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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