Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $2.5 million (190 tonnes). Value fell 47% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.6 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 | $2.5M | 190 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 198 t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 449 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 337 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 200 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 195 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 54 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 69 t |
Where the DR Congo imports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 57% |
| South Africa | $490K | 20% |
| China | $435K | 17% |
| Thailand | $137K | 5.5% |
| United States | $7K | 0.3% |
| Uganda | $5K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.18 per kg, 2061% above the world average of $0.61. 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.
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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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 190 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to the DR Congo?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by South Africa (20%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average import price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.18 per kg in 2024, 2061% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. The peak was 2022 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. 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 8430 page.
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