Molding machine parts imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $10.8 million of molding machine parts in 2024 (155 tonnes). Value rose 28% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $10.8M | 155 t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 200 t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 165 t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 156 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 161 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 109 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 61 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 31 t |
Where the DR Congo imports molding machine parts from
The largest suppliers were France (28%), Belgium (22%), Luxembourg (12%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.0M | 28% |
| Belgium | $2.4M | 22% |
| Luxembourg | $1.3M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 10% |
| Finland | $935K | 8.7% |
| Taiwan | $663K | 6.2% |
| China | $592K | 5.5% |
| Switzerland | $346K | 3.2% |
| India | $169K | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $157K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $69.54 per kg, 271% above the world average of $18.76. 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 molding machine parts imports (HS 8477.90): 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 8477.90: Machinery: parts of the machines of heading no. 8477, n.e.c. in item no. 8477.90.
Common questions
What is the value of molding machine parts imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported molding machine parts worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 155 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply molding machine parts to the DR Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Belgium (22%) and Luxembourg (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average import price of molding machine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $69.54 per kg in 2024, 271% above the world average of $18.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of molding machine parts to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, an increase of 427%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for molding machine parts?
The HS code for molding machine parts is subheading 8477.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8477 page.
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