Flexible intermediate bulk containers imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers by the DR Congo reached $4.1 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 55% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $13.2 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 | $4.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 447 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 601 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $899K | 339 t |
Where the DR Congo imports flexible intermediate bulk containers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 64% |
| Zambia | $1.0M | 25% |
| Pakistan | $216K | 5.3% |
| Tanzania | $112K | 2.8% |
| India | $47K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $31K | 0.8% |
| France | $8K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $3K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.70 per kg, close to the world average of $2.66.
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 flexible intermediate bulk containers imports (HS 6305.32): 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 6305.32: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible intermediate bulk containers imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible intermediate bulk containers to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Zambia (25%) and Pakistan (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible intermediate bulk containers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.70 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $899 thousand in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 355%. The peak was 2022 at $13.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers is subheading 6305.32. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
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