Synthetic men's trousers imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported synthetic men's trousers worth $2.3 million (91 tonnes). Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $3.9 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 | $2.3M | 91 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 102 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 97 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 100 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 140 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 76 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 145 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 144 t |
Where Botswana imports synthetic men's trousers from
South Africa alone supplied 87% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.0M | 87% |
| China | $228K | 10% |
| India | $69K | 3% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.11 per kg, close to the world average of $29.03.
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 synthetic men's trousers imports (HS 6203.43): 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 6203.43: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic men's trousers imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported synthetic men's trousers worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 91 tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic men's trousers to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (10%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic men's trousers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.11 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $29.03 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic men's trousers to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2020 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic men's trousers?
The HS code for synthetic men's trousers is subheading 6203.43. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6203 page.
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