Neutral alcohol (high strength) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $17.7 million (19.9 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $17.7M | 19.9K t |
| 2023 | $21.2M | 22.9K t |
| 2022 | $18.7M | 19.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 10.6K t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 19.4K t |
| 2019 | $12.9M | 17.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 9.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 5.6K t |
Where the DR Congo imports neutral alcohol (high strength) from
Most of the value came from India (41%), Pakistan (18%), Brazil (18%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+218% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.89 per kg, close to the world average of $0.95.
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 neutral alcohol (high strength) imports (HS 2207.10): 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 2207.10: Undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher.
Common questions
What is the value of neutral alcohol (high strength) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $17.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply neutral alcohol (high strength) to the DR Congo?
India was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by Pakistan (18%) and Brazil (18%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 218% on the year.
What is the average import price of neutral alcohol (high strength) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.89 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $0.95 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of neutral alcohol (high strength) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $17.7 million in 2024, an increase of 293%. The peak was 2023 at $21.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength)?
The HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength) is subheading 2207.10. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 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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