Centrifuge parts imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported centrifuge parts worth $4.2 million (306 tonnes). That is 139% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $4.2M | 306 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 28 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 76 t |
| 2021 | $696K | 14 t |
| 2020 | $385K | 5 t |
| 2019 | $354K | 5 t |
| 2018 | $554K | 11 t |
| 2017 | $693K | 9 t |
Where the DR Congo imports centrifuge parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 90% |
| Germany | $218K | 5.2% |
| Belgium | $102K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $49K | 1.2% |
| United States | $14K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $9K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $7K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
| France | $2K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.71 per kg, 73% below the world average of $50.35, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo centrifuge parts imports (HS 8421.91): 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 8421.91: Centrifuges: parts thereof, including parts for centrifugal dryers.
Common questions
What is the value of centrifuge parts imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported centrifuge parts worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 306 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 139% on 2023.
Which countries supply centrifuge parts to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Germany (5%) and Belgium (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
What is the average import price of centrifuge parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.71 per kg in 2024, 73% below the world average of $50.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of centrifuge parts to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $693 thousand in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 505%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for centrifuge parts?
The HS code for centrifuge parts is subheading 8421.91. 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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