Vehicle axles and differentials imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Botswana imported $3.1 million of vehicle axles and differentials in 2024 (288 tonnes). That is 40% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.1M | 288 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 297 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 250 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 278 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 281 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 241 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 328 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 369 t |
Where Botswana imports vehicle axles and differentials from
South Africa alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.7M | 88% |
| China | $202K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $126K | 4.1% |
| Pakistan | $29K | 0.9% |
| Australia | $11K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $3K | 0.1% |
| Estonia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Lesotho | $2K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.66 per kg, 41% above the world average of $7.57. 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.
Vehicle axles and differentials exports from Botswana
In 2024, Botswana exported vehicle axles and differentials worth $259 thousand (14 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 91% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $235K | 91% |
| South Africa | $11K | 4.1% |
| Brazil | $7K | 2.6% |
| Namibia | $4K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.8% |
| Lesotho | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana vehicle axles and differentials imports (HS 8708.50): 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 8708.50: Vehicle parts: drive-axles with differential, whether or not provided with other transmission components, and non-driving axles: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle axles and differentials imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported vehicle axles and differentials worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 288 tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle axles and differentials to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (7%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle axles and differentials per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.66 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $7.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vehicle axles and differentials to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2017 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Botswana also export vehicle axles and differentials?
Yes. Botswana exported $259 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, South Africa and Brazil. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle axles and differentials?
The HS code for vehicle axles and differentials is subheading 8708.50. 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 8708 page.
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