Utility meters imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported utility meters worth $5.2 million (104 tonnes). Value rose 148% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $5.2M | 104 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 48 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 96 t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 96 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 76 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 59 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 78 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 47 t |
Where Botswana imports utility meters from
South Africa alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+157% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.2M | 99% |
| China | $23K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| Australia | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 9028
| 9028.30 | Electric meters | 72% |
| 9028.20 | Water meters | 27% |
| 9028.90 | Utility meter parts | 0.7% |
| 9028.10 | Gas meters | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9028.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $50.57 per kg, 60% above the world average of $31.70. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 utility meters imports (HS 9028): 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 9028: Gas, liquid or electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters therefor.
Common questions
What is the value of utility meters imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported utility meters worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 104 tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 148% on 2023.
Which countries supply utility meters to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by China (0%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 157% on the year.
What is the average import price of utility meters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $50.57 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $31.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of utility meters to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2021 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for utility meters?
The HS code for utility meters is heading 9028. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 9028.30 (72% of the value) and 9028.20 (27%).
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