Knit clothing accessories imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported knit clothing accessories worth $2.8 million (700 tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 48% 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 | $2.8M | 700 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 295 t |
| 2022 | $825K | 139 t |
| 2021 | $724K | 218 t |
| 2020 | $201K | 52 t |
| 2019 | $194K | 41 t |
| 2018 | $774K | 170 t |
| 2017 | $176K | 58 t |
Where the DR Congo imports knit clothing accessories from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 99% |
| France | $11K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $1K | 0% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6117
| 6117.10 | Knit scarves and shawls | 67% |
| 6117.80 | Knit accessories | 33% |
| 6117.90 | Knit garment parts | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6117.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.95 per kg, 76% below the world average of $16.63, 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo knit clothing accessories imports (HS 6117): 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 6117: Clothing accessories; made up, knitted or crocheted, knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of knit clothing accessories imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported knit clothing accessories worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 700 tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit clothing accessories to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by France (0%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit clothing accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.95 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $16.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knit clothing accessories to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $176 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit clothing accessories?
The HS code for knit clothing accessories is heading 6117. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 6117.10 (67% of the value) and 6117.80 (33%).
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