Gasoline engine parts imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported gasoline engine parts worth $6.7 million (874 tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $6.7M | 874 t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 707 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 717 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 892 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 294 t |
Where the DR Congo imports gasoline engine parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 79% |
| South Africa | $570K | 8.5% |
| India | $436K | 6.5% |
| Zambia | $134K | 2% |
| France | $111K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $87K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $39K | 0.6% |
| Uganda | $25K | 0.4% |
| United States | $21K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.68 per kg, 46% below the world average of $14.18, 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 gasoline engine parts imports (HS 8409.91): 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 8409.91: Engines: parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft).
Common questions
What is the value of gasoline engine parts imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported gasoline engine parts worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 874 tonnes. That ranks it 98th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply gasoline engine parts to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by South Africa (8%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 403% on the year.
What is the average import price of gasoline engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.68 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $14.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gasoline engine parts to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for gasoline engine parts?
The HS code for gasoline engine parts is subheading 8409.91. 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 8409 page.
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