Denatured alcohol imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of denatured alcohol by the DR Congo reached $8.9 million in 2024 (11.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 40% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $11.5 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 | $8.9M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $11.5M | 13.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $863K | 795 t |
Where the DR Congo imports denatured alcohol from
Uganda alone supplied 80% of it.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.75 per kg, 26% below the world average of $1.02, 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 denatured alcohol imports (HS 2207.20): 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 2207.20: Ethyl alcohol and other spirits: denatured, of any strength.
Common questions
What is the value of denatured alcohol imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported denatured alcohol worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply denatured alcohol to the DR Congo?
Uganda was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Pakistan (7%) and Tanzania (6%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of denatured alcohol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.75 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $1.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of denatured alcohol to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $863 thousand in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, an increase of 934%. The peak was 2023 at $11.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for denatured alcohol?
The HS code for denatured alcohol is subheading 2207.20. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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