Glass mirrors (framed) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $2.3 million of glass mirrors (framed) in 2024 (617 tonnes). That is 54% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $2.3M | 617 t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 401 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 308 t |
| 2021 | $835K | 225 t |
| 2020 | $435K | 156 t |
| 2019 | $577K | 163 t |
| 2018 | $372K | 139 t |
| 2017 | $327K | 76 t |
Where the DR Congo imports glass mirrors (framed) from
China alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 93% |
| South Africa | $75K | 3.3% |
| Uganda | $30K | 1.3% |
| Kenya | $25K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $18K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $10K | 0.4% |
| India | $6K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.76 per kg, close to the world average of $4.61.
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 glass mirrors (framed) imports (HS 7009.92): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 7009.92: Glass mirrors: framed, excluding rear-view mirrors for vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of glass mirrors (framed) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported glass mirrors (framed) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 617 tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass mirrors (framed) to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by South Africa (3%) and Uganda (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 563% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass mirrors (framed) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.76 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $4.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glass mirrors (framed) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $327 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 608%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $963 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for glass mirrors (framed)?
The HS code for glass mirrors (framed) is subheading 7009.92. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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