Computer imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported computer worth $44.0 million (355 tonnes). That is 60% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $111.3 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 | $44.0M | 355 t |
| 2023 | $111.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $92.9M | 832 t |
| 2021 | $41.9M | 430 t |
| 2020 | $34.2M | 416 t |
| 2019 | $38.2M | 546 t |
| 2018 | $32.1M | 296 t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 103 t |
Where the DR Congo imports computer from
China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.3M | 62% |
| South Africa | $3.3M | 7.6% |
| France | $3.0M | 6.9% |
| Denmark | $1.9M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 3.7% |
| United States | $1.4M | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $1.0M | 2.4% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| India | $989K | 2.3% |
| Uganda | $523K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8471
| 8471.50 | Computer processing units | 45% |
| 8471.49 | Computer systems | 18% |
| 8471.30 | Portable computers | 16% |
| 8471.70 | Computer storage units | 8.2% |
| 8471.41 | Desktop computers | 4.2% |
| 8471.90 | Data readers and transcription machines | 3.5% |
| 8471.80 | Computer units (other types) | 3.2% |
| 8471.60 | Computer input/output units | 2.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8471.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $124.08 per kg, 48% below the world average of $236.75, 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.
Computer exports from the DR Congo
In 2024, the DR Congo exported computer worth $351 thousand (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $276K | 79% |
| United States | $36K | 10% |
| France | $7K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $6K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $5K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $5K | 1.3% |
| Angola | $4K | 1.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $2K | 0.5% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo computer imports (HS 8471): 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 8471: Automatic data processing machines and units thereof, magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of computer imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported computer worth $44.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 355 tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($27.3 million), followed by South Africa (8%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $124.08 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $236.75 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $44.0 million in 2024, an increase of 209%. The peak was 2023 at $111.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.1 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also export computer?
Yes. The DR Congo exported $351 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United States and France. On balance the DR Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $43.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer?
The HS code for computer is heading 8471. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8471.50 (45% of the value) and 8471.49 (18%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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