Crude oil exports from the DR Congo: data, top buyers and prices
The DR Congo exported $598.6 million of crude oil in 2024 (969.4 thousand tonnes). That is 27% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.06 billion.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $598.6M | 969.4K t |
| 2023 | $819.6M | 1.34M t |
| 2022 | $1.06B | 1.35M t |
| 2021 | $671.0M | 1.30M t |
| 2020 | $435.0M | 1.15M t |
| 2019 | $531.0M | 1.06M t |
| 2018 | $441.8M | 839.0K t |
| 2017 | $421.1M | 1.07M t |
Where the DR Congo exports crude oil to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 52% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $313.3M | 52% |
| China | $154.1M | 26% |
| Brazil | $69.2M | 12% |
| France | $62.0M | 10% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.62 per kg, close to the world average of $0.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Crude oil imports to the DR Congo
In 2024, the DR Congo imported crude oil worth $1.2 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Tanzania accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $1.1M | 98% |
| South Africa | $28K | 2.4% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo crude oil exports (HS 2709): 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 2709: Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals; crude.
Common questions
What is the value of crude oil exported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo exported crude oil worth $598.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 969.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 138 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy crude oil from the DR Congo?
India was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($313.3 million), followed by China (26%) and Brazil (12%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of crude oil per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.62 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $0.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of crude oil from the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $421.1 million in 2017 to $598.6 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2022 at $1.06 billion. Over 8 years the average was $622.8 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also import crude oil?
Yes. The DR Congo imported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Tanzania, South Africa and Uganda. On balance the DR Congo is a net exporter of this product, by about $597.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for crude oil?
The HS code for crude oil is heading 2709. In the DR Congo all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2709.00. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2709 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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