Polycarbonate film and sheet imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported polycarbonate film and sheet worth $3.0 million (658 tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% 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 | $3.0M | 658 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 762 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 551 t |
| 2021 | $470K | 130 t |
| 2020 | $631K | 153 t |
| 2019 | $470K | 110 t |
| 2018 | $372K | 102 t |
| 2017 | $124K | 31 t |
Where the DR Congo imports polycarbonate film and sheet from
India alone supplied 60% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.8M | 60% |
| China | $1.1M | 39% |
| South Africa | $36K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.48 per kg, 21% below the world average of $5.64, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo polycarbonate film and sheet imports (HS 3920.61): 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 3920.61: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polycarbonates, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polycarbonate film and sheet imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported polycarbonate film and sheet worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 658 tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply polycarbonate film and sheet to the DR Congo?
India was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (39%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of polycarbonate film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.48 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $5.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polycarbonate film and sheet to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $124 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polycarbonate film and sheet?
The HS code for polycarbonate film and sheet is subheading 3920.61. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the DR Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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