Industrial rough diamonds exports from the DR Congo: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of industrial rough diamonds by the DR Congo reached $49.5 million in 2024 (1 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 53 countries. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $74.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.5M | 1 t |
| 2023 | $55.5M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $74.7M | 2 t |
| 2021 | $40.3M | 1 t |
| 2020 | $25.0M | 1 t |
| 2019 | $68.9M | 2 t |
| 2018 | $60.0M | 2 t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 0 t |
Where the DR Congo exports industrial rough diamonds to
One buyer market dominates: Belgium accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $35.4M | 72% |
| India | $13.7M | 28% |
| United States | $338K | 0.7% |
| Namibia | $9K | 0% |
| China | $7K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $7K | 0% |
| Romania | $5K | 0% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $38,065.38 per kg, 16975% above the world average of $222.93. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 industrial rough diamonds exports (HS 7102.21): 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 7102.21: Diamonds: industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial rough diamonds exported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo exported industrial rough diamonds worth $49.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 53 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy industrial rough diamonds from the DR Congo?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 72% of the value ($35.4 million), followed by India (28%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average export price of industrial rough diamonds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $38,065.38 per kg in 2024, 16975% above the world average of $222.93 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of industrial rough diamonds from the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $49.5 million in 2024, an increase of 432%. The peak was 2022 at $74.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $47.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial rough diamonds?
The HS code for industrial rough diamonds is subheading 7102.21. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the DR Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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