Air intake filters for engines imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported air intake filters for engines worth $7.1 million (501 tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $7.1M | 501 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 539 t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 527 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 340 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 215 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 333 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 407 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 331 t |
Where the DR Congo imports air intake filters for engines from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (45%), China (37%), Zambia (8%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+251% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.1M | 45% |
| China | $2.6M | 37% |
| Zambia | $536K | 7.6% |
| Belgium | $456K | 6.5% |
| India | $102K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $86K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $32K | 0.5% |
| Uganda | $22K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $20K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $16K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.08 per kg, close to the world average of $13.70.
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 air intake filters for engines imports (HS 8421.31): 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 8421.31: Machinery: intake air filters for internal combustion engines.
Common questions
What is the value of air intake filters for engines imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported air intake filters for engines worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 501 tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply air intake filters for engines to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by China (37%) and Zambia (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 251% on the year.
What is the average import price of air intake filters for engines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.08 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $13.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air intake filters for engines to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for air intake filters for engines?
The HS code for air intake filters for engines is subheading 8421.31. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8421 page.
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