Refrigeration equipment (other) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported refrigeration equipment (other) worth $5.5 million (796 tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.0 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 | $5.5M | 796 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 779 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 419 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 347 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 261 t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 713 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 808 t |
| 2017 | $851K | 111 t |
Where the DR Congo imports refrigeration equipment (other) from
Most of the value came from China (32%), South Africa (23%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+279% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 32% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 23% |
| Germany | $761K | 14% |
| Belgium | $532K | 9.7% |
| Turkey | $337K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $303K | 5.6% |
| France | $153K | 2.8% |
| United States | $150K | 2.7% |
| India | $90K | 1.7% |
| Angola | $46K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.87 per kg, 63% below the world average of $18.57, 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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The shipment records behind DR Congo refrigeration equipment (other) imports (HS 8418.69): 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 8418.69: Refrigerating or freezing equipment: n.e.c. in heading no. 8418.
Common questions
What is the value of refrigeration equipment (other) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported refrigeration equipment (other) worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 796 tonnes. That ranks it 117th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply refrigeration equipment (other) to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by South Africa (23%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 279% on the year.
What is the average import price of refrigeration equipment (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.87 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $18.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refrigeration equipment (other) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $851 thousand in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 542%. The peak was 2023 at $7.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for refrigeration equipment (other)?
The HS code for refrigeration equipment (other) is subheading 8418.69. 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 8418 page.
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