Coal imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported coal worth $43.4 million (575.4 thousand tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% 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 | $43.4M | 575.4K t |
| 2023 | $48.1M | 567.4K t |
| 2022 | $28.2M | 292.5K t |
| 2021 | $16.1M | 159.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 61.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 27.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 36.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 2.9K t |
Where the DR Congo imports coal from
The largest suppliers were Zambia (41%), South Africa (34%), Tanzania (16%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $17.8M | 41% |
| South Africa | $14.5M | 34% |
| Tanzania | $7.0M | 16% |
| Zimbabwe | $4.0M | 9.2% |
| Germany | $7K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2701
| 2701.12 | Bituminous coal | 67% |
| 2701.19 | Coal (other types) | 33% |
| 2701.11 | Anthracite coal | 0.1% |
| 2701.20 | Coal briquettes | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2701.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.08 per kg, 38% below the world average of $0.13, 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 coal imports (HS 2701): 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 2701: Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal.
Common questions
What is the value of coal imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported coal worth $43.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 575.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply coal to the DR Congo?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($17.8 million), followed by South Africa (34%) and Tanzania (16%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of coal per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.08 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $0.13 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of coal to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $43.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $48.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for coal?
The HS code for coal is heading 2701. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 2701.12 (67% of the value) and 2701.19 (33%).
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