Antifreeze imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of antifreeze by the DR Congo reached $3.3 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $3.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 708 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 573 t |
| 2019 | $955K | 432 t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 327 t |
| 2017 | $685K | 214 t |
Where the DR Congo imports antifreeze from
South Africa alone supplied 74% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.4M | 74% |
| China | $513K | 16% |
| Netherlands | $84K | 2.5% |
| Zambia | $64K | 2% |
| Belgium | $62K | 1.9% |
| Tanzania | $41K | 1.3% |
| France | $20K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $19K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.5% |
| India | $16K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.98 per kg, 41% above the world average of $1.40. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo antifreeze imports (HS 3820): 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 3820: Anti-freezing preparations and prepared de-icing fluids.
Common questions
What is the value of antifreeze imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported antifreeze worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply antifreeze to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by China (16%) and the Netherlands (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 761% on the year.
What is the average import price of antifreeze per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.98 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $1.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of antifreeze to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $685 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 381%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for antifreeze?
The HS code for antifreeze is heading 3820. In the DR Congo all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3820.00. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3820 page.
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