Chemical contraceptives imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chemical contraceptives by the DR Congo reached $6.0 million in 2024 (62 tonnes). Value fell 29% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.5 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 | $6.0M | 62 t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 109 t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 65 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 43 t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 57 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 42 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 24 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 40 t |
Where the DR Congo imports chemical contraceptives from
Netherlands alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.1M | 52% |
| China | $900K | 15% |
| Belgium | $835K | 14% |
| Germany | $512K | 8.5% |
| India | $448K | 7.4% |
| Indonesia | $230K | 3.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $97.17 per kg, 37% below the world average of $155.10, 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 chemical contraceptives imports (HS 3006.60): 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 3006.60: Pharmaceutical goods: chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical contraceptives imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported chemical contraceptives worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 62 tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply chemical contraceptives to the DR Congo?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by China (15%) and Belgium (14%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 160% on the year.
What is the average import price of chemical contraceptives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $97.17 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $155.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of chemical contraceptives to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2023 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for chemical contraceptives?
The HS code for chemical contraceptives is subheading 3006.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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