Botswana Trade Data
Botswana Import Export Data, Botswana Customs and Shipment Data
Botswana is one of the world's leading diamond producers, with diamonds (HS 7102) accounting for over 70% of total export revenue. Other exports include copper-nickel matte (HS 75), beef (HS 02), soda ash (HS 28), and textiles. Major export destinations include Belgium (for diamond sorting), India, the UAE, South Africa, and Hong Kong. Imports are dominated by diamonds for re-export, machinery (HS 84), petroleum (HS 27), vehicles (HS 87), and food products, primarily from South Africa. Botswana applies HS 2022 with 8-digit codes under the SACU Common External Tariff, administered by the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS), within the SACU Customs Union, SADC, AfCFTA, WTO framework. Trade figures on this page are based on Botswana's official national statistics, published after a full year of data has been collected and verified. For the latest 2026 shipment-level customs records, updated monthly as customs authorities release new filings, subscribe on the TradeInt platform.
Botswana Import Data
Botswana Export Data
Botswana Mirror Data
Botswana Bill of Lading Data
Botswana Shipping Data
Botswana Importers Database
Botswana Exporters Database
Botswana Traders Contacts
Botswana Import Trade Summary
Based on complete annual trade statistics. Weekly/Monthly-updated 2026 Botswana trade records available on TradeInt.
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What is Botswana's Top Import Product Sector based on Botswana trade data?
Botswana import data 2023 shows the country's import demand concentrated in Mineral Products (21.5%), based on verified Botswana trade data and shipment records provided by TradeInt. In 2023, Botswana as a global importer, ranks at 97 / 113, with a total import value of US$ 6.44B.
Top 3 Botswana Import Product Sector 2023:
Mineral Products
Imported at US$ 1.38B , accounting for 21.5% of total imports
Precious Metals
Imported at US$ 955.67M , accounting for 14.8% of total imports
Machines
Imported at US$ 886.66M , accounting for 13.8% of total imports
What are Botswana's recent 3 years of YoY change in import trade growth?
2023 vs 2022
Import trade declined by -20.7% , from US$ 8.11B to US$ 6.44B
2022 vs 2021
Import trade declined by -4.1% , from US$ 8.46B to US$ 8.11B
2021 vs 2020
Import trade grew by +37.6% , from US$ 6.15B to US$ 8.46B
2023 Botswana Imports
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What are Botswana top 3 import products by HS codes in 2023?
Top 1 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 27 (US$ 1.32B)
Top 2 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 71 (US$ 955.67M)
Top 3 Import Product by HS Code 2023: HS 84 (US$ 542.52M)
Who are Botswana top 3 import trade partners in 2023?
Top 1 Import Trade Partner 2023: South Africa (US$ 4.19B)
Top 2 Import Trade Partner 2023: Namibia (US$ 497.45M)
Top 3 Import Trade Partner 2023: Canada (US$ 313.73M)
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Botswana Customs Data & Import-Export Shipment Data
How to use Botswana customs data to track mining, agricultural trade, and regional distribution shipments?
- Search shipment records by product, HS code, importer, exporter, border route, and time range.
- Track how minerals, agricultural goods, industrial supplies, and consumer products move through Botswana.
- Monitor recurring shipment activity across regional supply chains connected to Southern African trade networks.
- Use customs data to identify high-volume products, active trade routes, and stable buyer-supplier relationships.
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Botswana Southern Africa Trade Insights & Market Analytics
How to use Botswana customs data to analyse sector demand, regional trade links, and export-import performance?
- Visualise import-export trends by product category, shipment value, volume signals, and partner market.
- Compare regional flows to understand how Botswana connects with nearby production and consumption markets.
- Detect shifts in mining-related trade, agricultural demand, and industrial sourcing patterns.
- Turn customs data into planning insight for route prioritisation, sector targeting, and market benchmarking.
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Botswana Buyer, Supplier & Distributor Intelligence
How to use Botswana customs data to find active buyers, suppliers, importers, exporters, and regional distributors?
- Identify companies with recent shipment activity across mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and consumer segments.
- Discover buyers and suppliers trading specific products and appearing consistently in customs records.
- Build prospect and sourcing lists from verified shipment behaviour rather than broad company lists.
- Support regional sales, sourcing, and partner development with practical company-level trade intelligence.
Botswana Import Export Trade Data Coverage
Botswana Import Data
How can Botswana import data help businesses identify active importers, regional buyers, and mining and agricultural sourcing opportunities?
- Access detailed Botswana shipment records covering minerals, agricultural goods, industrial supplies, and consumer products.
- View traded product value, descriptions, and shipping details across mining, agriculture, and Southern African distribution corridors.
- Identify active importers and regional buyers operating in Botswana's Southern African trade network.
- Discover sourcing opportunities and buyer-supplier networks linked to mining, agricultural trade, and regional distribution flows.
Botswana Export Data
How can Botswana export data help businesses identify international buyers and track mining, agricultural, and regional export activity?
- Search by Botswana exporter names, potential buyers, and HS codes across mining, agricultural, and industrial product lines.
- Filter trade records by product descriptions, ports, and trade attributes tied to Southern African export corridors.
- Identify new international buyers and regional market opportunities for Botswana's mining and agricultural exports.
- Analyse Botswana's export flow, sector performance, and cross-border regional trading patterns.
Botswana Trade Data Analytics
How can Botswana trade data analytics uncover mining and agricultural trade trends, regional distribution, and Southern Africa market insights?
- Apply big data analysis on Botswana historical trade records across mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and consumer sectors.
- Track Botswana import-export trends by importer, exporter, and HS code for mining, agricultural, and regional distribution trade.
- Analyse YoY and MoM trade trends, product categories, and country ports linked to Southern African trade corridors.
- Evaluate country-wise trade flows and transport modes to understand regional distribution and cross-border supply chain patterns.
- Identify top-performing sectors and regional distribution opportunities in Botswana.
Advantages of Botswana Trade Data Intelligence & Trade Insights
2023 Botswana Imports
US $6.44B2023 Botswana Exports
US $5.52BWhat trade insights are included in Botswana import and export trade data?
Botswana trade data provides detailed shipment records, including importer/exporter names, HS codes, product descriptions, values, and ports, enabling accurate analysis of trade flows and partner identification.
How to find international buyers and suppliers using Botswana trade data?
Use Botswana import-export data to identify verified buyers and suppliers by filtering shipment records through HS codes, product keywords, and company names for targeted B2B prospecting.
How to analyse Botswana trade trends and market demand using Botswana trade data?
Botswana trade data analytics helps track import and export trends, monitor demand by HS code, evaluate top trading partners, and uncover market opportunities through insights from historical and near-real-time trade data.
Frequently Asked Questions about Botswana Trade Data
What are the major import and export products of Botswana in 2023?
On the export side, the leading export product is Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin (HS 71) with a total export value of US$ 4.37B, contributing significantly to the total export value of US$ 5.52B. Key export categories also include Precious Metals.
These product rankings help businesses understand market demand patterns, sourcing opportunities, and competitive strengths in Botswana. For more granular product-level analysis, additional ranking filters are available within the TradeInt platform.
You can also: Search import-export trade records by HS code, product name & company name