Pumps (other types) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pumps (other types) by the DR Congo reached $11.9 million in 2024 (368 tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $29.9 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 | $11.9M | 369 t |
| 2023 | $15.5M | 937 t |
| 2022 | $20.0M | 726 t |
| 2021 | $23.0M | 911 t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 864 t |
| 2019 | $21.3M | 666 t |
| 2018 | $29.9M | 607 t |
| 2017 | $23.6M | 1.0K t |
Where the DR Congo imports pumps (other types) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $9.1M | 76% |
| China | $1.4M | 12% |
| Zambia | $463K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $197K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $136K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $120K | 1% |
| France | $105K | 0.9% |
| India | $85K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $79K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $71K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.39 per kg, 67% above the world average of $19.37. 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 pumps (other types) imports (HS 8413.81): 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 8413.81: Pumps and liquid elevators: n.e.c. in heading no. 8413.
Common questions
What is the value of pumps (other types) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported pumps (other types) worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 368 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply pumps (other types) to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by China (12%) and Zambia (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 127% on the year.
What is the average import price of pumps (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.39 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $19.37 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pumps (other types) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.6 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2018 at $29.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for pumps (other types)?
The HS code for pumps (other types) is subheading 8413.81. 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 8413 page.
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