Phenol imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of phenol by the DR Congo reached $9.4 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $9.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 879 t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 766 t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 847 t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.6M | 790 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 677 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 688 t |
Where the DR Congo imports phenol from
Most of the value came from Belgium (42%), Japan (25%), India (20%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $4.0M | 42% |
| Japan | $2.4M | 25% |
| India | $1.9M | 20% |
| Germany | $858K | 9.1% |
| China | $205K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $60K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $37K | 0.4% |
| Senegal | $27K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2907
| 2907.22 | Hydroquinone | 89% |
| 2907.29 | Polyphenols (other types) | 9.3% |
| 2907.11 | Monophenols: phenol (hydroxybenzene) and its salts | 0.9% |
| 2907.19 | Monophenols (other) | 0.9% |
| 2907.23 | Bisphenol A | 0.3% |
| 2907.21 | Resorcinol | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2907.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.33 per kg, 264% above the world average of $1.74. 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 phenol imports (HS 2907): 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 2907: Phenols; monophenols, polyphenols, and phenol-alcohols.
Common questions
What is the value of phenol imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported phenol worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply phenol to the DR Congo?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Japan (25%) and India (20%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 316% on the year.
What is the average import price of phenol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.33 per kg in 2024, 264% above the world average of $1.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of phenol to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. The peak was 2022 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for phenol?
The HS code for phenol is heading 2907. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 2907.22 (88% of the value) and 2907.29 (9%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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