Sawn sapelli boards exports from the DR Congo: data, top buyers and prices
The DR Congo exported $18.4 million of sawn sapelli boards in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 61 countries. Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $23.8 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 | $18.4M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $23.8M | 17.7K t |
| 2022 | $11.8M | 9.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 8.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 6.7K t |
Where the DR Congo exports sawn sapelli boards to
Most of it went to United Kingdom (42%), United States (24%), China (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $7.7M | 42% |
| United States | $4.4M | 24% |
| China | $1.6M | 8.7% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 8.5% |
| Indonesia | $673K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $576K | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $534K | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $296K | 1.6% |
| France | $237K | 1.3% |
| Portugal | $186K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.40 per kg, 22% above the world average of $1.15. 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.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo sawn sapelli boards exports (HS 4407.27): 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 4407.27: Wood, tropical: sapelli, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn sapelli boards exported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo exported sawn sapelli boards worth $18.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 61 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn sapelli boards from the DR Congo?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by the United States (24%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 514% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn sapelli boards per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.40 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $1.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of sawn sapelli boards from the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $18.4 million in 2024, an increase of 174%. The peak was 2023 at $23.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn sapelli boards?
The HS code for sawn sapelli boards is subheading 4407.27. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the DR Congo, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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