Steel fitting (other) imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel fitting (other) by Botswana reached $5.5 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.6 million.
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 | $5.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 965 t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 1.7K t |
Where Botswana imports steel fitting (other) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.0M | 90% |
| China | $287K | 5.2% |
| Australia | $191K | 3.4% |
| Zambia | $44K | 0.8% |
| India | $21K | 0.4% |
| Switzerland | $4K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.40 per kg, 57% below the world average of $7.92, 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.
Steel fitting (other) exports from Botswana
Exports of steel fitting (other) by Botswana reached $3.2 million in 2024 (74 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Lesotho accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lesotho | $2.8M | 88% |
| Zambia | $243K | 7.7% |
| Namibia | $100K | 3.2% |
| Angola | $29K | 0.9% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana steel fitting (other) imports (HS 7307.99): 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 7307.99: Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel fitting (other) imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported steel fitting (other) worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel fitting (other) to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by China (5%) and Australia (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 884% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel fitting (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.40 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $7.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel fitting (other) to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Botswana also export steel fitting (other)?
Yes. Botswana exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lesotho, Zambia and Namibia. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel fitting (other)?
The HS code for steel fitting (other) is subheading 7307.99. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7307 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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