Trailers imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Botswana imported $20.9 million of trailers in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $20.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $17.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $19.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $23.1M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $19.9M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $16.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $10.4M | 2.7K t |
Where Botswana imports trailers from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 97% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $20.3M | 97% |
| China | $294K | 1.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $233K | 1.1% |
| Namibia | $34K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 0.1% |
| United States | $3K | 0% |
| Brazil | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8716
| 8716.31 | Tanker trailers | 39% |
| 8716.39 | General cargo trailers | 25% |
| 8716.40 | Trailers (other types) | 18% |
| 8716.80 | Non-motorized vehicles (other) | 12% |
| 8716.90 | Trailer parts | 4.9% |
| 8716.20 | Agricultural loader trailers | 1.5% |
| 8716.10 | Caravan trailers | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8716.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.29 per kg, close to the world average of $4.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Trailers exports from Botswana
Botswana exported $350 thousand of trailers in 2024 (314 tonnes). Mozambique alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+592% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $193K | 55% |
| Zambia | $79K | 23% |
| Namibia | $37K | 11% |
| Malawi | $17K | 4.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $16K | 4.6% |
| South Africa | $4K | 1% |
| Angola | $3K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana trailers imports (HS 8716): 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 8716: Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of trailers imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported trailers worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 107th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailers to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by China (1%) and Zimbabwe (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.29 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $4.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of trailers to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.4 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. The peak was 2021 at $23.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.3 million a year.
Does Botswana also export trailers?
Yes. Botswana exported $350 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Zambia and Namibia. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $20.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailers?
The HS code for trailers is heading 8716. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 8716.31 (39% of the value) and 8716.39 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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