Conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) worth $2.7 million (727 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 91% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.5 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 | $2.7M | 727 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 281 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 695 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 357 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 354 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 351 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 606 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 536 t |
Where the DR Congo imports conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) from
Most of the value came from China (49%), South Africa (33%), Belgium (17%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+550% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 49% |
| South Africa | $886K | 33% |
| Belgium | $467K | 17% |
| Zambia | $9K | 0.3% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.70 per kg, 45% below the world average of $6.67, 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 conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) imports (HS 4010.19): 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 4010.19: Rubber: vulcanised, conveyor belts or belting, (reinforced with other than metal only or textile materials only).
Common questions
What is the value of conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 727 tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 91% on 2023.
Which countries supply conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by South Africa (33%) and Belgium (17%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 550% on the year.
What is the average import price of conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.70 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $6.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement)?
The HS code for conveyor belt (mixed reinforcement) is subheading 4010.19. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4010 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the DR Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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