Excavators with rotating superstructure imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of excavators with rotating superstructure by the DR Congo reached $108.0 million in 2024 (24.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $108.0M | 24.3K t |
| 2023 | $85.2M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $78.2M | 14.2K t |
| 2021 | $64.7M | 12.8K t |
| 2020 | $28.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $23.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $66.7M | 12.0K t |
| 2017 | $10.7M | 1.8K t |
Where the DR Congo imports excavators with rotating superstructure from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $92.1M | 85% |
| Uganda | $4.1M | 3.8% |
| Zambia | $3.5M | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $3.1M | 2.8% |
| India | $2.1M | 2% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 1.4% |
| Kenya | $482K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $269K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $213K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $169K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.44 per kg, close to the world average of $4.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Excavators with rotating superstructure exports from the DR Congo
The DR Congo exported $242 thousand of excavators with rotating superstructure in 2024 (71 tonnes). Zambia alone took 96% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $233K | 96% |
| Benin | $9K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo excavators with rotating superstructure imports (HS 8429.52): 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 8429.52: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure.
Common questions
What is the value of excavators with rotating superstructure imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $108.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply excavators with rotating superstructure to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($92.1 million), followed by Uganda (4%) and Zambia (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 370% on the year.
What is the average import price of excavators with rotating superstructure per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.44 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $4.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of excavators with rotating superstructure to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.7 million in 2017 to $108.0 million in 2024, an increase of 906%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $58.3 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also export excavators with rotating superstructure?
Yes. The DR Congo exported $242 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia and Benin. On balance the DR Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $107.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure?
The HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure is subheading 8429.52. 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 8429 page.
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