Precision measuring instruments imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $11.3 million of precision measuring instruments in 2024 (200 tonnes). Value rose 44% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $11.3M | 200 t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 193 t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 223 t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 125 t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 95 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 463 t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 35 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 16 t |
Where the DR Congo imports precision measuring instruments from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), Germany (28%), South Africa (20%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 36% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 28% |
| South Africa | $2.3M | 20% |
| Finland | $447K | 4% |
| Italy | $302K | 2.7% |
| France | $199K | 1.8% |
| Zambia | $159K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $96K | 0.9% |
| India | $94K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $83K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $56.18 per kg, 22% below the world average of $71.97, 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 precision measuring instruments imports (HS 9031.80): 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 9031.80: Instruments, appliances and machines: for measuring or checking n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of precision measuring instruments imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported precision measuring instruments worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 200 tonnes. That ranks it 81st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply precision measuring instruments to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Germany (28%) and South Africa (20%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Finland grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of precision measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $56.18 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $71.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of precision measuring instruments to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 285%. The peak was 2020 at $11.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for precision measuring instruments?
The HS code for precision measuring instruments is subheading 9031.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9031 page.
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