Measuring instruments imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported measuring instruments worth $14.8 million (254 tonnes). That is 45% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $14.8M | 254 t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 244 t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 286 t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 161 t |
| 2020 | $13.0M | 124 t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 479 t |
| 2018 | $7.4M | 44 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 26 t |
Where the DR Congo imports measuring instruments from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), Germany (25%), South Africa (20%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.0M | 34% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 25% |
| South Africa | $3.0M | 21% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 7% |
| Finland | $553K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $319K | 2.2% |
| France | $211K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $159K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $119K | 0.8% |
| India | $97K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 9031
| 9031.80 | Precision measuring instruments | 76% |
| 9031.49 | Optical measurement instrument | 15% |
| 9031.90 | Measurement device parts | 7.1% |
| 9031.10 | Machine balancing equipment | 1.5% |
| 9031.20 | Test benches | 0.7% |
| 9031.41 | Semiconductor inspection systems | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9031.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.45 per kg, 36% below the world average of $90.86, 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 measuring instruments imports (HS 9031): 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 9031: Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, n.e.c. or included in this chapter; profile projectors.
Common questions
What is the value of measuring instruments imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported measuring instruments worth $14.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 254 tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply measuring instruments to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Germany (25%) and South Africa (20%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $58.45 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $90.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of measuring instruments to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $14.8 million in 2024, an increase of 290%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for measuring instruments?
The HS code for measuring instruments is heading 9031. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 9031.80 (76% of the value) and 9031.49 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the DR Congo, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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