Diesel engine imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $31.1 million of diesel engine in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $31.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $35.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $27.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $18.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $13.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $17.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $9.6M | 734 t |
Where the DR Congo imports diesel engine from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (48%), China (38%), Zambia (4%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+638% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $14.8M | 48% |
| China | $12.0M | 39% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $939K | 3% |
| France | $769K | 2.5% |
| United States | $374K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $350K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $340K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $99K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $88K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 8408
| 8408.90 | Industrial diesel engines | 63% |
| 8408.20 | Vehicle diesel engines | 34% |
| 8408.10 | Marine diesel engines | 2.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8408.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.31 per kg, 65% below the world average of $15.07, 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.
Diesel engine exports from the DR Congo
In 2024, the DR Congo exported diesel engine worth $270 thousand (169 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (50%), Angola (47%), South Africa (3%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+233% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $134K | 50% |
| Angola | $128K | 47% |
| South Africa | $7K | 2.7% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo diesel engine imports (HS 8408): 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 8408: Compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines).
Common questions
What is the value of diesel engine imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported diesel engine worth $31.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply diesel engine to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($14.8 million), followed by China (38%) and Zambia (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 638% on the year.
What is the average import price of diesel engine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.31 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $15.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of diesel engine to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.6 million in 2017 to $31.1 million in 2024, an increase of 224%. The peak was 2023 at $35.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.1 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also export diesel engine?
Yes. The DR Congo exported $270 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Angola and South Africa. On balance the DR Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $30.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for diesel engine?
The HS code for diesel engine is heading 8408. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8408.90 (63% of the value) and 8408.20 (34%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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