Laminated wood panels (other) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported laminated wood panels (other) worth $2.3 million (5.5 thousand tonnes). That is 82% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% 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 | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $726K | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $287K | 260 t |
| 2018 | $140K | 172 t |
| 2017 | $180K | 88 t |
Where the DR Congo imports laminated wood panels (other) from
One supplier dominates: Tanzania accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+686% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, 41% below the world average of $0.71, 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 laminated wood panels (other) imports (HS 4412.99): 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 4412.99: Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood (other than blockboard, laminboard and battenboard, other than of bamboo, and other than plywood consisting only of sheets of wood each ply 6mm or thinner).
Common questions
What is the value of laminated wood panels (other) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported laminated wood panels (other) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 82% on 2023.
Which countries supply laminated wood panels (other) to the DR Congo?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Uganda (10%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 686% on the year.
What is the average import price of laminated wood panels (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $0.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of laminated wood panels (other) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $180 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $924 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for laminated wood panels (other)?
The HS code for laminated wood panels (other) is subheading 4412.99. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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