Petrol cars >3000cc imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported petrol cars >3000cc worth $12.5 million (360 tonnes). Value fell 81% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $64.7 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 | $12.5M | 361 t |
| 2023 | $64.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $49.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $51.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $20.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $24.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $16.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 132 t |
Where the DR Congo imports petrol cars >3000cc from
Most of the value came from Japan (46%), Belgium (37%), Uganda (5%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+321% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $5.7M | 46% |
| Belgium | $4.6M | 37% |
| Uganda | $642K | 5.2% |
| United States | $516K | 4.1% |
| Canada | $452K | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $133K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $106K | 0.9% |
| France | $102K | 0.8% |
| Angola | $71K | 0.6% |
| Tanzania | $43K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.55 per kg, close to the world average of $34.82.
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 petrol cars >3000cc imports (HS 8703.24): 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 8703.24: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars >3000cc imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported petrol cars >3000cc worth $12.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 360 tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 81% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars >3000cc to the DR Congo?
Japan was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by Belgium (37%) and Uganda (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 321% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars >3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.55 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $34.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of petrol cars >3000cc to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $12.5 million in 2024, an increase of 522%. The peak was 2023 at $64.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars >3000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars >3000cc is subheading 8703.24. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8703 page.
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