Leaf springs imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported leaf springs worth $2.1 million (913 tonnes). Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $2.1M | 913 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 945 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 520 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 603 t |
| 2019 | $676K | 254 t |
| 2018 | $408K | 206 t |
| 2017 | $319K | 149 t |
Where the DR Congo imports leaf springs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 91% |
| Brazil | $82K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $69K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $30K | 1.4% |
| India | $7K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $7K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.33 per kg, close to the world average of $2.91.
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 leaf springs imports (HS 7320.10): 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 7320.10: Iron or steel: leaf-springs and leaves therefor.
Common questions
What is the value of leaf springs imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported leaf springs worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 913 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply leaf springs to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Brazil (4%) and South Africa (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of leaf springs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.33 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $2.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of leaf springs to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $319 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 568%. The peak was 2022 at $2.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for leaf springs?
The HS code for leaf springs is subheading 7320.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7320 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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