Printed paper labels imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed paper labels by the DR Congo reached $2.5 million in 2024 (493 tonnes). Value fell 34% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.8 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 | $2.5M | 493 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 693 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 337 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 463 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 317 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 311 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 252 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 188 t |
Where the DR Congo imports printed paper labels from
The largest suppliers were Kenya (21%), Zambia (20%), India (18%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $524K | 21% |
| Zambia | $504K | 20% |
| India | $452K | 18% |
| Uganda | $354K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $223K | 8.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $152K | 6% |
| Belgium | $111K | 4.4% |
| China | $90K | 3.6% |
| Romania | $67K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $53K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.16 per kg, 21% below the world average of $6.52, 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 printed paper labels imports (HS 4821.10): 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 4821.10: Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed paper labels imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported printed paper labels worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 493 tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed paper labels to the DR Congo?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($524 thousand), followed by Zambia (20%) and India (18%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 19% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.16 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $6.52 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 paper labels to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. The peak was 2023 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed paper labels?
The HS code for printed paper labels is subheading 4821.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4821 page.
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