Electrical parts imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $10.0 million of electrical parts in 2024 (540 tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $10.0M | 540 t |
| 2023 | $11.5M | 616 t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 463 t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 435 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 250 t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 563 t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 359 t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 209 t |
Where the DR Congo imports electrical parts from
Most of the value came from China (36%), Spain (24%), South Africa (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 36% |
| Spain | $2.4M | 24% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 16% |
| India | $1.0M | 10% |
| Turkey | $338K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $251K | 2.5% |
| France | $192K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $148K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $137K | 1.4% |
| Finland | $115K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8538
| 8538.90 | Electrical apparatus: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 or 8537 | 67% |
| 8538.10 | Distribution board parts | 33% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8538.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.46 per kg, 25% below the world average of $24.56, 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 electrical parts imports (HS 8538): 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 8538: Electrical apparatus; parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 and 8537.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical parts imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported electrical parts worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 540 tonnes. That ranks it 107th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical parts to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Spain (24%) and South Africa (16%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 893% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.46 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $24.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical parts to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 109%. The peak was 2023 at $11.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical parts?
The HS code for electrical parts is heading 8538. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8538.90 (67% of the value) and 8538.10 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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