Polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $3.0 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.7 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 | $3.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $846K | 926 t |
Where the DR Congo imports polyvinyl chloride (pure) from
The largest suppliers were United States (43%), China (30%), South Korea (18%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.3M | 43% |
| China | $903K | 30% |
| South Korea | $551K | 18% |
| South Africa | $115K | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $78K | 2.6% |
| India | $41K | 1.4% |
| Tunisia | $33K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.83 per kg, close to the world average of $0.87.
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 polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports (HS 3904.10): 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 3904.10: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride (pure) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 119th of 192 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride (pure) to the DR Congo?
The United States was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (30%) and South Korea (18%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 33% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride (pure) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride (pure) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $846 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 256%. The peak was 2022 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure) is subheading 3904.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the DR Congo, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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