Engine parts imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of engine parts by the DR Congo reached $27.4 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $27.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $24.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $20.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 2.1K t |
Where the DR Congo imports engine parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 74% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.4M | 75% |
| South Africa | $2.2M | 8.2% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 6% |
| France | $805K | 2.9% |
| India | $613K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $610K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $268K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $139K | 0.5% |
| Portugal | $120K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $108K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 8409
| 8409.99 | Diesel engine parts | 76% |
| 8409.91 | Gasoline engine parts | 25% |
| 8409.10 | Aircraft engine parts | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8409.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.59 per kg, close to the world average of $13.50.
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 engine parts imports (HS 8409): 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 8409: Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading no. 8407 or 8408.
Common questions
What is the value of engine parts imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported engine parts worth $27.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply engine parts to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($20.4 million), followed by South Africa (8%) and Belgium (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.59 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $13.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of engine parts to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $27.4 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for engine parts?
The HS code for engine parts is heading 8409. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8409.99 (75% of the value) and 8409.91 (25%).
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