Ignition system imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported ignition system worth $6.8 million (397 tonnes). Value rose 21% 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 | $6.8M | 397 t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 460 t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 904 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 673 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 718 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 243 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 298 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 144 t |
Where the DR Congo imports ignition system from
Most of the value came from China (38%), South Africa (20%), Zambia (16%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+734% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 38% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 20% |
| Zambia | $1.1M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $693K | 10% |
| Spain | $329K | 4.8% |
| France | $272K | 4% |
| Belgium | $153K | 2.2% |
| India | $115K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $55K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 8511
| 8511.40 | Starter motors | 48% |
| 8511.90 | Ignition system parts | 22% |
| 8511.50 | Engine alternators and generators | 18% |
| 8511.10 | Spark plugs | 5.5% |
| 8511.80 | Engine electrical components | 4.9% |
| 8511.30 | Ignition coils and distributors | 1.2% |
| 8511.20 | Ignition magnetos and flywheels | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8511.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.26 per kg, close to the world average of $17.60.
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 ignition system imports (HS 8511): 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 8511: Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported ignition system worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 397 tonnes. That ranks it 102nd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by South Africa (20%) and Zambia (16%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 734% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.26 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $17.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ignition system to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 104%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system?
The HS code for ignition system is heading 8511. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8511.40 (48% of the value) and 8511.90 (22%).
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