Refined copper other forms exports from the DR Congo: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of refined copper other forms by the DR Congo reached $332.8 million in 2024 (35.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 120 countries. That is 2498% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 62% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $332.8M | 35.7K t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 420 t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 186 t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 2.0K t |
Where the DR Congo exports refined copper other forms to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $327.4M | 98% |
| Egypt | $5.1M | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $296K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.32 per kg, close to the world average of $8.72.
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 refined copper other forms exports (HS 7403.19): 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 7403.19: Copper: refined, unwrought, n.e.c. in item no. 7403.1.
Common questions
What is the value of refined copper other forms exported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo exported refined copper other forms worth $332.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 120 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports.
Which countries buy refined copper other forms from the DR Congo?
China was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($327.4 million), followed by Egypt (2%) and South Africa (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of refined copper other forms per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.32 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $8.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of refined copper other forms from the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $332.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $61.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined copper other forms?
The HS code for refined copper other forms is subheading 7403.19. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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