Refractory bricks (other compositions) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $2.4 million of refractory bricks (other compositions) in 2024 (629 tonnes). That is 75% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $2.4M | 629 t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $693K | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $577K | 1.4K t |
Where the DR Congo imports refractory bricks (other compositions) from
Namibia alone supplied 77% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $1.8M | 77% |
| United States | $307K | 13% |
| Zambia | $88K | 3.7% |
| China | $75K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $52K | 2.2% |
| Uganda | $17K | 0.7% |
| Tanzania | $9K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $8K | 0.3% |
| France | $3K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.80 per kg, 245% above the world average of $1.10. 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 refractory bricks (other compositions) imports (HS 6902.90): 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 6902.90: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: n.e.c. in item no. 6902.1 or 6902.2.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory bricks (other compositions) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported refractory bricks (other compositions) worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 629 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory bricks (other compositions) to the DR Congo?
Namibia was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the United States (13%) and Zambia (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 637% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory bricks (other compositions) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.80 per kg in 2024, 245% above the world average of $1.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refractory bricks (other compositions) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $577 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 315%. The peak was 2019 at $2.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions)?
The HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions) is subheading 6902.90. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
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