Other raw cane sugar imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported other raw cane sugar worth $115.4 million (163.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $115.4M | 163.4K t |
| 2023 | $136.7M | 216.3K t |
| 2022 | $100.3M | 174.8K t |
| 2021 | $83.2M | 165.3K t |
| 2020 | $60.9M | 128.4K t |
| 2019 | $35.1M | 64.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 14.7K t |
| 2017 | $13.8M | 34.9K t |
Where the DR Congo imports other raw cane sugar from
The largest suppliers were Brazil (49%), Zambia (49%), South Africa (1%).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.71 per kg, 34% above the world average of $0.53. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo other raw cane sugar imports (HS 1701.14): 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 1701.14: Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of other raw cane sugar imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported other raw cane sugar worth $115.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 163.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 209 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply other raw cane sugar to the DR Congo?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($57.0 million), followed by Zambia (49%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 23% on the year.
What is the average import price of other raw cane sugar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.71 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $0.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of other raw cane sugar to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.8 million in 2017 to $115.4 million in 2024, an increase of 734%. The peak was 2023 at $136.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for other raw cane sugar?
The HS code for other raw cane sugar is subheading 1701.14. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the DR Congo, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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