Fragrance compound imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fragrance compound by the DR Congo reached $26.0 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $33.6 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 | $26.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $33.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $29.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $28.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $19.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $22.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $24.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.2M | 1.3K t |
Where the DR Congo imports fragrance compound from
The largest suppliers were Spain (28%), France (18%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $7.3M | 28% |
| France | $4.6M | 18% |
| India | $4.0M | 16% |
| South Africa | $2.8M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 5.1% |
| Malta | $612K | 2.4% |
| China | $593K | 2.3% |
| Zambia | $282K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 3302
| 3302.10 | Food flavoring compound | 68% |
| 3302.90 | Odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3302.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.14 per kg, 57% below the world average of $21.21, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 fragrance compound imports (HS 3302): 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 3302: Odoriferous substances and mixtures (including alcoholic solutions) with a basis of one or more of these substances, of a kind used as raw materials in industry; other preparations based on odoriferous substances, of a kind used for beverage manufacture.
Common questions
What is the value of fragrance compound imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported fragrance compound worth $26.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 102nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply fragrance compound to the DR Congo?
Spain was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by France (18%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 165% on the year.
What is the average import price of fragrance compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.14 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $21.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fragrance compound to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.2 million in 2017 to $26.0 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2023 at $33.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fragrance compound?
The HS code for fragrance compound is heading 3302. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 3302.10 (68% of the value) and 3302.90 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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