Colored printing ink imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $2.1 million of colored printing ink in 2024 (332 tonnes). Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $2.1M | 332 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 218 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 172 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 135 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 120 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 151 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 103 t |
| 2017 | $549K | 73 t |
Where the DR Congo imports colored printing ink from
The largest suppliers were India (48%), Belgium (32%), South Africa (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.0M | 48% |
| Belgium | $695K | 33% |
| South Africa | $241K | 11% |
| Taiwan | $123K | 5.7% |
| China | $36K | 1.7% |
| Uganda | $8K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.45 per kg, 22% below the world average of $8.29, 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 colored printing ink imports (HS 3215.19): 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 3215.19: Ink: for printing, other than black, whether or not concentrated or solid.
Common questions
What is the value of colored printing ink imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported colored printing ink worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 332 tonnes. That ranks it 115th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply colored printing ink to the DR Congo?
India was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by Belgium (32%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average import price of colored printing ink per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.45 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $8.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of colored printing ink to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $549 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 290%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for colored printing ink?
The HS code for colored printing ink is subheading 3215.19. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3215 page.
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