Chocolate preparations (other) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chocolate preparations (other) by the DR Congo reached $8.9 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 36% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $8.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 820 t |
Where the DR Congo imports chocolate preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were Zambia (35%), Belgium (13%), South Africa (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+395% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $3.1M | 35% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 13% |
| South Africa | $784K | 8.9% |
| France | $685K | 7.7% |
| Brazil | $529K | 6% |
| Turkey | $459K | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $358K | 4% |
| Greece | $327K | 3.7% |
| Bulgaria | $248K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $235K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.64 per kg, 60% below the world average of $6.64, 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo chocolate preparations (other) imports (HS 1806.90): 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 1806.90: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: n.e.c. in chapter 18.
Common questions
What is the value of chocolate preparations (other) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported chocolate preparations (other) worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 104th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply chocolate preparations (other) to the DR Congo?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Belgium (13%) and South Africa (9%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 395% on the year.
What is the average import price of chocolate preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.64 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $6.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of chocolate preparations (other) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, an increase of 254%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for chocolate preparations (other)?
The HS code for chocolate preparations (other) is subheading 1806.90. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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