Printing machinery parts (other) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printing machinery parts (other) by the DR Congo reached $5.1 million in 2024 (168 tonnes). That is 29% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.1 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 | $5.1M | 168 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 234 t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 258 t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 164 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 188 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 180 t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 168 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 84 t |
Where the DR Congo imports printing machinery parts (other) from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (24%), China (17%), France (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.2M | 24% |
| China | $873K | 17% |
| France | $827K | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $672K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $534K | 11% |
| Denmark | $318K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $264K | 5.2% |
| Switzerland | $117K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $83K | 1.6% |
| India | $80K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.29 per kg, 35% below the world average of $46.40, 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.
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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 8443.99: Printing machinery: parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91.
Common questions
What is the value of printing machinery parts (other) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported printing machinery parts (other) worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 168 tonnes. That ranks it 120th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing machinery parts (other) to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (17%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 157% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing machinery parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.29 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $46.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printing machinery parts (other) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2022 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing machinery parts (other)?
The HS code for printing machinery parts (other) is subheading 8443.99. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8443 page.
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