Semi-trailer tractors imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of semi-trailer tractors by Botswana reached $35.5 million in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 35% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $35.5M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $26.3M | 6.1K t |
| 2022 | $19.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $21.3M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $21.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $18.4M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $14.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $16.5M | 3.3K t |
Where Botswana imports semi-trailer tractors from
South Africa alone supplied 95% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+360% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $33.7M | 95% |
| China | $1.7M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 0.2% |
| Zimbabwe | $8K | 0% |
| Namibia | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.48 per kg, 43% below the world average of $7.89, 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.
Semi-trailer tractors exports from Botswana
In 2024, Botswana exported semi-trailer tractors worth $649 thousand (176 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+237% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana semi-trailer tractors imports (HS 8701.20): 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 8701.20: Tractors: road, for semi-trailers.
Common questions
What is the value of semi-trailer tractors imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported semi-trailer tractors worth $35.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 94th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply semi-trailer tractors to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($33.7 million), followed by China (5%) and the United Kingdom (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 360% on the year.
What is the average import price of semi-trailer tractors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.48 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $7.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of semi-trailer tractors to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.5 million in 2017 to $35.5 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.7 million a year.
Does Botswana also export semi-trailer tractors?
Yes. Botswana exported $649 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Namibia and Uganda. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $34.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for semi-trailer tractors?
The HS code for semi-trailer tractors is subheading 8701.20. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8701 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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