Non-cellular plastic film imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of non-cellular plastic film by the DR Congo reached $8.4 million in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $13.9 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 | $8.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $12.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $13.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 363 t |
Where the DR Congo imports non-cellular plastic film from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.8M | 70% |
| India | $1.2M | 14% |
| Turkey | $449K | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $334K | 4% |
| South Africa | $186K | 2.2% |
| Tanzania | $145K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $117K | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $78K | 0.9% |
| Zambia | $20K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $19K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.05 per kg, 56% below the world average of $4.63, 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo non-cellular plastic film imports (HS 3921.90): 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 3921.90: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, other than cellular.
Common questions
What is the value of non-cellular plastic film imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported non-cellular plastic film worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 103rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-cellular plastic film to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by India (14%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 602% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-cellular plastic film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.05 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $4.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-cellular plastic film to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, an increase of 483%. The peak was 2019 at $13.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-cellular plastic film?
The HS code for non-cellular plastic film is subheading 3921.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3921 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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