Enamelled steel cookware imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported enamelled steel cookware worth $2.2 million (548 tonnes). Value fell 42% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.8 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 | $2.2M | 549 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 936 t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 627 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 507 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 525 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 312 t |
| 2017 | $833K | 199 t |
Where the DR Congo imports enamelled steel cookware from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 85% |
| Kenya | $245K | 11% |
| Hong Kong | $59K | 2.7% |
| India | $8K | 0.4% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $4K | 0.2% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.99 per kg, 20% below the world average of $5.01, 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo enamelled steel cookware imports (HS 7323.94): 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 7323.94: Iron (excluding cast) or steel: table, kitchen and other household articles and parts thereof, enamelled.
Common questions
What is the value of enamelled steel cookware imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported enamelled steel cookware worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 548 tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply enamelled steel cookware to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Kenya (11%) and Hong Kong (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 70% on the year.
What is the average import price of enamelled steel cookware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.99 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $5.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of enamelled steel cookware to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $833 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. The peak was 2022 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for enamelled steel cookware?
The HS code for enamelled steel cookware is subheading 7323.94. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7323 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the DR Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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