Polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) worth $35.8 million (40.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $35.8M | 40.2K t |
| 2023 | $29.5M | 31.2K t |
| 2022 | $39.9M | 34.2K t |
| 2021 | $19.2M | 20.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 16.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $13.2M | 11.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 4.8K t |
Where the DR Congo imports polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $34.5M | 97% |
| Tanzania | $1.1M | 3% |
| Kenya | $75K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $49K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $21K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.89 per kg, close to the world average of $1.09.
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 polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) imports (HS 3907.61): 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 3907.61: Poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of 78ml/g or higher.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) worth $35.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 173 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($34.5 million), followed by Tanzania (3%) and Kenya (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.89 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $1.09 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $35.8 million in 2024, an increase of 674%. The peak was 2022 at $39.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity)?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (high viscosity) is subheading 3907.61. 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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