Malaria diagnostic test kits imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of malaria diagnostic test kits by the DR Congo reached $4.2 million in 2024 (203 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 138% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $6.7 million.
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 | $4.2M | 203 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 186 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 222 t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 297 t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 232 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 213 t |
| 2018 | $37K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $10K | - |
Where the DR Congo imports malaria diagnostic test kits from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 76% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.2M | 76% |
| South Korea | $803K | 19% |
| South Africa | $210K | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.92 per kg, 56% below the world average of $47.16, 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 malaria diagnostic test kits imports (HS 3002.11): 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 3002.11: Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products: malaria diagnostic test kits.
Common questions
What is the value of malaria diagnostic test kits imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported malaria diagnostic test kits worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 203 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 200 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply malaria diagnostic test kits to the DR Congo?
India was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by South Korea (19%) and South Africa (5%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of malaria diagnostic test kits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.92 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $47.16 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of malaria diagnostic test kits to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10 thousand in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $6.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for malaria diagnostic test kits?
The HS code for malaria diagnostic test kits is subheading 3002.11. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 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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