Aerials and antenna imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $3.4 million of aerials and antenna in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.4 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 | $3.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 987 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 997 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 572 t |
Where the DR Congo imports aerials and antenna from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 89% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 89% |
| South Africa | $144K | 4.2% |
| United States | $122K | 3.6% |
| France | $29K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $24K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $12K | 0.3% |
| India | $9K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $5K | 0.1% |
| Finland | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, 93% below the world average of $35.17, 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo aerials and antenna imports (HS 8529.10): 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 8529.10: Reception and transmission apparatus: aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds and parts suitable for use therewith.
Common questions
What is the value of aerials and antenna imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported aerials and antenna worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply aerials and antenna to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by South Africa (4%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average import price of aerials and antenna per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 93% below the world average of $35.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aerials and antenna to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2022 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for aerials and antenna?
The HS code for aerials and antenna is subheading 8529.10. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8529 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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