Polyether resins imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported polyether resins worth $8.5 million (5.7 thousand tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.9 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 | $8.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 1.7K t |
Where the DR Congo imports polyether resins from
Most of the value came from China (49%), France (19%), South Africa (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 49% |
| France | $1.6M | 19% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 14% |
| Belgium | $940K | 11% |
| Spain | $224K | 2.7% |
| Uganda | $132K | 1.6% |
| India | $118K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $113K | 1.3% |
| United States | $17K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.48 per kg, 31% below the world average of $2.13, 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo polyether resins imports (HS 3907.20): 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 3907.20: Polyethers: in primary forms, excluding polyacetals.
Common questions
What is the value of polyether resins imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported polyether resins worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyether resins to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by France (19%) and South Africa (14%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 623% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyether resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.48 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $2.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyether resins to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, an increase of 207%. The peak was 2021 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyether resins?
The HS code for polyether resins is subheading 3907.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
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