Veterinary vaccines imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of veterinary vaccines by Botswana reached $5.7 million in 2024 (125 tonnes). Value rose 3% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.3 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 | $5.7M | 125 t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 303 t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 257 t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 487 t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 376 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 361 t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 339 t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 249 t |
Where Botswana imports veterinary vaccines from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 78% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $4.5M | 78% |
| Zambia | $950K | 17% |
| Tanzania | $176K | 3.1% |
| Morocco | $107K | 1.9% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.41 per kg, 64% below the world average of $126.46, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Veterinary vaccines exports from Botswana
Botswana exported $10.3 million of veterinary vaccines in 2024 (23 tonnes). Most of it went to Zimbabwe (29%), Zambia (28%), Namibia (23%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $3.0M | 29% |
| Zambia | $2.9M | 28% |
| Namibia | $2.4M | 23% |
| South Africa | $1.8M | 18% |
| Malawi | $191K | 1.8% |
| Kenya | $17K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $8K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana veterinary vaccines imports (HS 3002.30): 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 3002.30: Vaccines: for veterinary medicine.
Common questions
What is the value of veterinary vaccines imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported veterinary vaccines worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 125 tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply veterinary vaccines to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Zambia (17%) and Tanzania (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average import price of veterinary vaccines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.41 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $126.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of veterinary vaccines to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2021 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does Botswana also export veterinary vaccines?
Yes. Botswana exported $10.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia. That compares with imports of $5.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for veterinary vaccines?
The HS code for veterinary vaccines is subheading 3002.30. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Botswana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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