Earthmoving machinery parts (other) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of earthmoving machinery parts (other) by the DR Congo reached $95.6 million in 2024 (9.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $95.6M | 9.5K t |
| 2023 | $108.3M | 10.8K t |
| 2022 | $106.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $82.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $48.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $63.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $78.0M | 6.9K t |
| 2017 | $62.6M | 4.8K t |
Where the DR Congo imports earthmoving machinery parts (other) from
Most of the value came from China (41%), South Africa (32%), Belgium (8%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $39.3M | 41% |
| South Africa | $30.2M | 32% |
| Belgium | $7.8M | 8.2% |
| Zambia | $5.3M | 5.5% |
| France | $4.9M | 5.2% |
| Sweden | $4.6M | 4.9% |
| India | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $642K | 0.7% |
| Uganda | $369K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $367K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.02 per kg, 92% above the world average of $5.21. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Earthmoving machinery parts (other) exports from the DR Congo
Exports of earthmoving machinery parts (other) by the DR Congo reached $274 thousand in 2024 (16 tonnes). South Africa alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $272K | 99% |
| Zambia | $2K | 0.6% |
| France | $0K | 0.2% |
| Bulgaria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo earthmoving machinery parts (other) imports (HS 8431.49): 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 8431.49: Machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431.
Common questions
What is the value of earthmoving machinery parts (other) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported earthmoving machinery parts (other) worth $95.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply earthmoving machinery parts (other) to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($39.3 million), followed by South Africa (32%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 312% on the year.
What is the average import price of earthmoving machinery parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.02 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $5.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of earthmoving machinery parts (other) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $62.6 million in 2017 to $95.6 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. The peak was 2023 at $108.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $80.7 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also export earthmoving machinery parts (other)?
Yes. The DR Congo exported $274 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Zambia and France. On balance the DR Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $95.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for earthmoving machinery parts (other)?
The HS code for earthmoving machinery parts (other) is subheading 8431.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8431 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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