New pneumatic tyres imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of new pneumatic tyres by the DR Congo reached $118.7 million in 2024 (35.2 thousand tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $118.7M | 35.2K t |
| 2023 | $123.5M | 35.7K t |
| 2022 | $102.5M | 31.4K t |
| 2021 | $74.4M | 23.9K t |
| 2020 | $55.6M | 19.3K t |
| 2019 | $57.2M | 18.6K t |
| 2018 | $57.0M | 17.5K t |
| 2017 | $39.0M | 11.1K t |
Where the DR Congo imports new pneumatic tyres from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $77.9M | 66% |
| South Africa | $23.6M | 20% |
| Zambia | $4.8M | 4.1% |
| Uganda | $3.6M | 3% |
| Japan | $2.9M | 2.5% |
| India | $2.5M | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $989K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $395K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $306K | 0.3% |
| Luxembourg | $294K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 4011
| 4011.80 | Construction tires | 61% |
| 4011.20 | Truck tires | 27% |
| 4011.40 | Motorcycle tires | 4.6% |
| 4011.10 | Car tires | 3.5% |
| 4011.50 | Bicycle tires | 1.7% |
| 4011.90 | Commercial vehicle tires | 1.1% |
| 4011.70 | Tractor tires | 0.8% |
| 4011.30 | Aircraft tires | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4011.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.37 per kg, 24% below the world average of $4.45, 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 new pneumatic tyres imports (HS 4011): 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 4011: New pneumatic tyres, of rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of new pneumatic tyres imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported new pneumatic tyres worth $118.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply new pneumatic tyres to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($77.9 million), followed by South Africa (20%) and Zambia (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of new pneumatic tyres per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.37 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of new pneumatic tyres to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.0 million in 2017 to $118.7 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. The peak was 2023 at $123.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $78.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for new pneumatic tyres?
The HS code for new pneumatic tyres is heading 4011. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 4011.80 (61% of the value) and 4011.20 (27%).
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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