Metal-reinforced rubber hose imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported metal-reinforced rubber hose worth $2.5 million (266 tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.9 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 | $2.5M | 266 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 443 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 194 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 182 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 88 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 149 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 199 t |
| 2017 | $422K | 36 t |
Where the DR Congo imports metal-reinforced rubber hose from
Most of the value came from South Africa (43%), China (33%), Malaysia (11%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.1M | 43% |
| China | $800K | 33% |
| Malaysia | $273K | 11% |
| Zambia | $114K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $96K | 3.9% |
| India | $40K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $39K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $14K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.21 per kg, 76% above the world average of $5.24. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo metal-reinforced rubber hose imports (HS 4009.21): 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 4009.21: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with metal, without fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of metal-reinforced rubber hose imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported metal-reinforced rubber hose worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 266 tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal-reinforced rubber hose to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (33%) and Malaysia (11%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 337% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal-reinforced rubber hose per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.21 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $5.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal-reinforced rubber hose to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $422 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 482%. The peak was 2023 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal-reinforced rubber hose?
The HS code for metal-reinforced rubber hose is subheading 4009.21. 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?
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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