Water-based paint imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported water-based paint worth $6.8 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 11% 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 | $6.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 4.2K t |
Where Botswana imports water-based paint from
South Africa alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.6M | 98% |
| Australia | $114K | 1.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $16K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 3209
| 3209.10 | Acrylic water-based paint | 53% |
| 3209.90 | Water-based polymer paint | 48% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3209.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.57 per kg, 49% below the world average of $3.08, 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.
Water-based paint exports from Botswana
In 2024, Botswana exported water-based paint worth $632 thousand (513 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Namibia accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $607K | 96% |
| Zambia | $20K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $2K | 0.3% |
| Lesotho | $1K | 0.1% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana water-based paint imports (HS 3209): 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 3209: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based paint imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported water-based paint worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 107th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-based paint to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Australia (2%) and Zimbabwe (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-based paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.57 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $3.08 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of water-based paint to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does Botswana also export water-based paint?
Yes. Botswana exported $632 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zambia and South Africa. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based paint?
The HS code for water-based paint is heading 3209. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 3209.10 (52% of the value) and 3209.90 (48%).
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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