Vehicle parts (other types) imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Botswana imported $22.5 million of vehicle parts (other types) in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 38% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $49.2 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 | $22.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $36.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $44.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $49.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $34.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $40.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $42.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $30.4M | 2.9K t |
Where Botswana imports vehicle parts (other types) from
South Africa alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $20.0M | 89% |
| China | $1.6M | 7.2% |
| Australia | $322K | 1.4% |
| Switzerland | $214K | 1% |
| India | $93K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $70K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $17K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $12K | 0.1% |
| Poland | $9K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.13 per kg, close to the world average of $9.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle parts (other types) exports from Botswana
In 2024, Botswana exported vehicle parts (other types) worth $1.3 million (125 tonnes). Namibia alone took 83% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+105% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.1M | 83% |
| United States | $78K | 6.1% |
| Brazil | $60K | 4.6% |
| South Africa | $26K | 2.1% |
| Lesotho | $23K | 1.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $15K | 1.2% |
| Kenya | $12K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana vehicle parts (other types) imports (HS 8708.99): 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 8708.99: Vehicle parts and accessories: n.e.c. in heading no. 8708.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle parts (other types) imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported vehicle parts (other types) worth $22.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle parts (other types) to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($20.0 million), followed by China (7%) and Australia (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 321% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle parts (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.13 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $9.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle parts (other types) to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.4 million in 2017 to $22.5 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2021 at $49.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.6 million a year.
Does Botswana also export vehicle parts (other types)?
Yes. Botswana exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, the United States and Brazil. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $21.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle parts (other types)?
The HS code for vehicle parts (other types) is subheading 8708.99. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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