Metal-reinforced hose assemblies imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported metal-reinforced hose assemblies worth $3.8 million (393 tonnes). Value rose 54% 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 | $3.8M | 393 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 122 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 430 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 279 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 204 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 216 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 107 t |
| 2017 | $589K | 98 t |
Where the DR Congo imports metal-reinforced hose assemblies from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 80% |
| South Africa | $342K | 9% |
| Finland | $157K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $131K | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $65K | 1.7% |
| Zambia | $33K | 0.9% |
| Morocco | $16K | 0.4% |
| India | $11K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.3% |
| France | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.73 per kg, close to the world average of $11.30.
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 metal-reinforced hose assemblies imports (HS 4009.22): 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 4009.22: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, with fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of metal-reinforced hose assemblies imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported metal-reinforced hose assemblies worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 393 tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal-reinforced hose assemblies to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by South Africa (9%) and Finland (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal-reinforced hose assemblies per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.73 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $11.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal-reinforced hose assemblies to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $588 thousand in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 550%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal-reinforced hose assemblies?
The HS code for metal-reinforced hose assemblies is subheading 4009.22. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4009 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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