Flavoured sucrose imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported flavoured sucrose worth $4.4 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $4.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 890 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 805 t |
Where the DR Congo imports flavoured sucrose from
One supplier dominates: Belgium accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $4.2M | 96% |
| Germany | $94K | 2.1% |
| Namibia | $58K | 1.3% |
| Uganda | $41K | 0.9% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.12 per kg, 169% above the world average of $1.16. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo flavoured sucrose imports (HS 1701.91): 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 1701.91: Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of flavoured sucrose imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported flavoured sucrose worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 200 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply flavoured sucrose to the DR Congo?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Germany (2%) and Namibia (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average import price of flavoured sucrose per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.12 per kg in 2024, 169% above the world average of $1.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of flavoured sucrose to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for flavoured sucrose?
The HS code for flavoured sucrose is subheading 1701.91. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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