Rough wood exports from the DR Congo: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo exported rough wood worth $63.4 million (178.0 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $119.3 million.
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 | $63.4M | 178.0K t |
| 2023 | $76.1M | 177.6K t |
| 2022 | $119.3M | 244.6K t |
| 2021 | $108.0M | 204.4K t |
| 2020 | $62.6M | 140.7K t |
| 2019 | $35.1M | 82.0K t |
| 2018 | $39.8M | 59.2K t |
| 2017 | $42.0M | 66.2K t |
Where the DR Congo exports rough wood to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $54.2M | 85% |
| Taiwan | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 2.2% |
| France | $1.1M | 1.8% |
| Japan | $842K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $688K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $604K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $508K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $160K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 4403
| 4403.49 | Tropical logs (other species) | 95% |
| 4403.99 | Rough logs (other species) | 5.3% |
| 4403.12 | Treated rough wood (non-coniferous) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4403.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.36 per kg, 140% above the world average of $0.15. 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.
Rough wood imports to the DR Congo
The DR Congo imported $337 thousand of rough wood in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 54% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $182K | 54% |
| Uganda | $154K | 46% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo rough wood exports (HS 4403): 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 4403: Wood in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared.
Common questions
What is the value of rough wood exported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo exported rough wood worth $63.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 178.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 151 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy rough wood from the DR Congo?
China was the largest buyer with 85% of the value ($54.2 million), followed by Taiwan (3%) and Portugal (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 131% on the year.
What is the average export price of rough wood per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.36 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $0.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of rough wood from the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $42.0 million in 2017 to $63.4 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. The peak was 2022 at $119.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.3 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also import rough wood?
Yes. The DR Congo imported $337 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Uganda and Zambia. On balance the DR Congo is a net exporter of this product, by about $63.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for rough wood?
The HS code for rough wood is heading 4403. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 4403.49 (95% of the value) and 4403.99 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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