Other ceramic articles imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of other ceramic articles by the DR Congo reached $2.5 million in 2024 (399 tonnes). Value fell 42% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.3 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 | $2.5M | 399 t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 479 t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $803K | 991 t |
| 2020 | $807K | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 757 t |
| 2017 | $248K | 259 t |
Where the DR Congo imports other ceramic articles from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.1M | 85% |
| China | $194K | 7.8% |
| Uganda | $44K | 1.8% |
| United States | $32K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $23K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $16K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $10K | 0.4% |
| France | $9K | 0.4% |
| Portugal | $6K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 6914
| 6914.90 | Ceramic articles n.e.c. in chapter 69: other than of porcelain or china | 93% |
| 6914.10 | Porcelain articles (other) | 6.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6914.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.25 per kg, 131% above the world average of $2.70. 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 other ceramic articles imports (HS 6914): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 6914: Ceramic articles; n.e.c. in chapter 69.
Common questions
What is the value of other ceramic articles imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported other ceramic articles worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 399 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply other ceramic articles to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (8%) and Uganda (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 402% on the year.
What is the average import price of other ceramic articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.25 per kg in 2024, 131% above the world average of $2.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of other ceramic articles to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $248 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 903%. The peak was 2023 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for other ceramic articles?
The HS code for other ceramic articles is heading 6914. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 6914.90 (93% of the value) and 6914.10 (7%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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