Active yeast imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported active yeast worth $8.8 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less 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 | $8.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 2.9K t |
Where the DR Congo imports active yeast from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Turkey (24%), Uganda (24%). Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 41% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 25% |
| Uganda | $2.1M | 24% |
| Belgium | $701K | 8% |
| Egypt | $126K | 1.4% |
| France | $52K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $23K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.60 per kg, close to the world average of $2.30.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo active yeast imports (HS 2102.10): 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 2102.10: Yeasts: active.
Common questions
What is the value of active yeast imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported active yeast worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply active yeast to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Turkey (24%) and Uganda (24%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 73% on the year.
What is the average import price of active yeast per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.60 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $2.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of active yeast to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2023 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for active yeast?
The HS code for active yeast is subheading 2102.10. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2102 page.
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