Printed matter imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported printed matter worth $3.9 million (312 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $3.9M | 312 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 607 t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 841 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 240 t |
| 2020 | $613K | 103 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 339 t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 299 t |
| 2017 | $749K | 118 t |
Where the DR Congo imports printed matter from
Most of the value came from Singapore (28%), France (26%), Uganda (19%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $1.1M | 28% |
| France | $1.0M | 27% |
| Uganda | $752K | 19% |
| China | $238K | 6.1% |
| South Africa | $192K | 4.9% |
| India | $192K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $96K | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $70K | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $44K | 1.1% |
| United States | $44K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 4911
| 4911.99 | Printed matter (other types) | 65% |
| 4911.10 | Trade catalogues and advertising materials | 28% |
| 4911.91 | Printed pictures and photographs | 6.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4911.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.61 per kg, 71% above the world average of $7.38. 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo printed matter imports (HS 4911): 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 4911: Printed matter, n.e.c., including printed pictures and photographs.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported printed matter worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 312 tonnes. That ranks it 112th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter to the DR Congo?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by France (26%) and Uganda (19%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.61 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $7.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printed matter to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $749 thousand in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 425%. The peak was 2022 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter?
The HS code for printed matter is heading 4911. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 4911.99 (65% of the value) and 4911.10 (28%).
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