Bulk washing concentrate imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bulk washing concentrate by Angola reached $11.7 million in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). That is 35% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $18.1 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 | $11.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $18.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $13.4M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 10.6K t |
| 2019 | $16.1M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $12.4M | 5.9K t |
Where Angola imports bulk washing concentrate from
The largest suppliers were United States (28%), China (23%), Portugal (12%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.2M | 28% |
| China | $2.6M | 23% |
| Portugal | $1.4M | 12% |
| South Africa | $890K | 7.6% |
| Belgium | $552K | 4.7% |
| Singapore | $535K | 4.6% |
| Germany | $485K | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $434K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $326K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $164K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.87 per kg, 24% above the world average of $2.31. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bulk washing concentrate exports from Angola
Exports of bulk washing concentrate by Angola reached $1.8 million in 2024 (403 tonnes). Republic of the Congo alone took 77% of it. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+905% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of the Congo | $1.4M | 77% |
| DR Congo | $346K | 19% |
| Ghana | $41K | 2.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $11K | 0.6% |
| Gabon | $5K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $5K | 0.3% |
| Cameroon | $3K | 0.1% |
| Cuba | $2K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
| Eritrea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola bulk washing concentrate imports (HS 3402.90): 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 3402.90: Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), including auxiliary washing preparations, not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of bulk washing concentrate imported by Angola?
Angola imported bulk washing concentrate worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply bulk washing concentrate to Angola?
The United States was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by China (23%) and Portugal (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of bulk washing concentrate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.87 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $2.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of bulk washing concentrate to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.4 million in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2023 at $18.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Angola also export bulk washing concentrate?
Yes. Angola exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Republic of the Congo, the DR Congo and Ghana. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulk washing concentrate?
The HS code for bulk washing concentrate is subheading 3402.90. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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