Potassium fertilizers (other) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported potassium fertilizers (other) worth $2.0 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 1605% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $2.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $118K | 121 t |
| 2022 | $191K | 206 t |
| 2021 | $109K | 240 t |
| 2020 | $51K | 79 t |
| 2019 | $104K | 170 t |
| 2018 | $140K | 255 t |
| 2017 | $498K | 1.2K t |
Where the DR Congo imports potassium fertilizers (other) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.0M | 100% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.51 per kg, 50% above the world average of $0.34. 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 potassium fertilizers (other) imports (HS 3104.90): 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 3104.90: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium fertilizers (other) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported potassium fertilizers (other) worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 161 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply potassium fertilizers (other) to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Angola (0%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of potassium fertilizers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.51 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $0.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of potassium fertilizers (other) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $498 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 303%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $402 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for potassium fertilizers (other)?
The HS code for potassium fertilizers (other) is subheading 3104.90. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3104 page.
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