Stable with no significant increase or decrease in recent years
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement if specific rules of origin are met. Currently, the United States is not a member of AfCFTA, so this rate does not apply.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Catfish Trade Between US and Botswana
There is no significant recorded trade of catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.) under HS Code 0304 (fish fillets and other fish meat) or related codes between the United States and Botswana. Trade data from the U.S. International Trade Commission and Botswana's trade statistics show negligible or no activity in this specific commodity.
October 2023
Impact: No current impact on trade as there is no established catfish trade relationship between the two countries.
Botswana's Aquaculture Development and US Interest
Botswana has been exploring aquaculture development, including catfish farming (primarily Clarias spp.), to boost food security. While no direct trade with the US has been established, there is potential for future partnerships or exports as the US is a major catfish producer and consumer.
August 2023
Impact: Potential for future trade growth if Botswana scales up production and meets US import standards.
US Catfish Market Focus Remains Domestic and Asian Imports
The US catfish market continues to be dominated by domestic production (Ictalurus spp.) and imports from Vietnam (Pangasius spp.). Botswana does not feature in US trade data as a source or destination for catfish, reflecting geographic and market access challenges.
June 2023
Impact: No immediate trade impact; Botswana remains an unlikely partner due to logistical and market barriers.
Policy Updates
No Specific Catfish Trade Policies Between US and Botswana
There are no specific trade policies, tariffs, or agreements targeting catfish trade between the United States and Botswana under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) or other bilateral frameworks. General agricultural import/export regulations apply, with US catfish imports subject to USDA and FDA standards.
