Organosulfur compound imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported organosulfur compound worth $48.7 million (23.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 76% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $48.7M | 23.7K t |
| 2023 | $27.7M | 13.6K t |
| 2022 | $21.4M | 18.3K t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $38.6M | 39.6K t |
| 2017 | $17.7M | 2.6K t |
Where the DR Congo imports organosulfur compound from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+245% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.2M | 64% |
| Zambia | $9.6M | 20% |
| South Africa | $7.5M | 15% |
| Namibia | $335K | 0.7% |
| Tanzania | $32K | 0.1% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
| France | $2K | 0% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2930
| 2930.90 | Organosulfur compounds (other) | 98% |
| 2930.20 | Thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates | 1.8% |
| 2930.30 | Thiuram sulfides | 0.4% |
| 2930.40 | Methionine | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2930.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.06 per kg, 43% below the world average of $3.64, 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.
Organosulfur compound exports from the DR Congo
In 2024, the DR Congo exported organosulfur compound worth $974 thousand (451 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $959K | 99% |
| Germany | $15K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo organosulfur compound imports (HS 2930): 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 2930: Organo-sulphur compounds.
Common questions
What is the value of organosulfur compound imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported organosulfur compound worth $48.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 184 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply organosulfur compound to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($31.2 million), followed by Zambia (20%) and South Africa (15%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 245% on the year.
What is the average import price of organosulfur compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.06 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $3.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of organosulfur compound to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.7 million in 2017 to $48.7 million in 2024, an increase of 175%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.0 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also export organosulfur compound?
Yes. The DR Congo exported $974 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia and Germany. On balance the DR Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $47.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for organosulfur compound?
The HS code for organosulfur compound is heading 2930. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 2930.90 (98% of the value) and 2930.20 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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