Flour preparations (other) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flour preparations (other) by the DR Congo reached $50.2 million in 2024 (21.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $50.2M | 21.8K t |
| 2023 | $46.6M | 20.7K t |
| 2022 | $58.8M | 22.9K t |
| 2021 | $48.0M | 25.4K t |
| 2020 | $46.9M | 26.2K t |
| 2019 | $30.2M | 14.7K t |
| 2018 | $33.0M | 17.1K t |
| 2017 | $24.3M | 10.8K t |
Where the DR Congo imports flour preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (46%), South Africa (13%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $23.3M | 46% |
| South Africa | $6.6M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $6.2M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $4.9M | 9.7% |
| Malaysia | $2.1M | 4.1% |
| United States | $2.0M | 4.1% |
| Tanzania | $2.0M | 4.1% |
| Denmark | $529K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $519K | 1% |
| Poland | $467K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.30 per kg, close to the world average of $2.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flour preparations (other) exports from the DR Congo
The DR Congo exported $284 thousand of flour preparations (other) in 2024 (152 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Belgium (46%), Switzerland (45%), Germany (8%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $132K | 46% |
| Switzerland | $129K | 46% |
| Germany | $23K | 8% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo flour preparations (other) imports (HS 1901.90): 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 1901.90: Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, for uses n.e.c. in heading no. 1901.
Common questions
What is the value of flour preparations (other) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported flour preparations (other) worth $50.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply flour preparations (other) to the DR Congo?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($23.3 million), followed by South Africa (13%) and the Netherlands (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 644% on the year.
What is the average import price of flour preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.30 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $2.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flour preparations (other) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.3 million in 2017 to $50.2 million in 2024, an increase of 107%. The peak was 2022 at $58.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.2 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also export flour preparations (other)?
Yes. The DR Congo exported $284 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Switzerland and Germany. On balance the DR Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $49.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for flour preparations (other)?
The HS code for flour preparations (other) is subheading 1901.90. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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