Wigs and hairpieces imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wigs and hairpieces by Botswana reached $2.2 million in 2024 (464 tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $2.8 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 | $2.2M | 464 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 822 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 484 t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 336 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 291 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 553 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 554 t |
| 2017 | $756K | 127 t |
Where Botswana imports wigs and hairpieces from
South Africa alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.0M | 88% |
| China | $248K | 11% |
| Kenya | $12K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6704
| 6704.90 | Wigs (other materials) | 56% |
| 6704.19 | False hair pieces (synthetic) | 38% |
| 6704.20 | Human hair wigs | 4% |
| 6704.11 | Synthetic wigs | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6704.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.78 per kg, 87% below the world average of $35.59, 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.
Wigs and hairpieces exports from Botswana
Botswana exported $308 thousand of wigs and hairpieces in 2024 (62 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Namibia accounted for 74% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $226K | 74% |
| Zimbabwe | $80K | 26% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana wigs and hairpieces imports (HS 6704): 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 6704: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like, of human or animal hair or of textile materials; articles of human hair, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of wigs and hairpieces imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported wigs and hairpieces worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 464 tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply wigs and hairpieces to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (11%) and Kenya (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of wigs and hairpieces per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.78 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $35.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of wigs and hairpieces to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $756 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 193%. The peak was 2023 at $2.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Botswana also export wigs and hairpieces?
Yes. Botswana exported $308 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Zimbabwe and Ireland. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for wigs and hairpieces?
The HS code for wigs and hairpieces is heading 6704. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 6704.90 (56% of the value) and 6704.19 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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