Sawn tropical wood (other species) exports from the DR Congo: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sawn tropical wood (other species) by the DR Congo reached $18.7 million in 2024 (19.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $18.7M | 19.8K t |
| 2023 | $23.3M | 19.9K t |
| 2022 | $18.0M | 19.3K t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 13.0K t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 11.3K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 10.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 6.8K t |
Where the DR Congo exports sawn tropical wood (other species) to
The largest buyer markets were Belgium (26%), China (22%), France (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+955% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $4.9M | 26% |
| China | $4.2M | 22% |
| France | $2.0M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 9.9% |
| United States | $1.8M | 9.8% |
| Canada | $1.0M | 5.5% |
| Pakistan | $490K | 2.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $389K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $317K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $299K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.95 per kg, 83% above the world average of $0.52. 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 tropical wood (other species) exports (HS 4407.29): 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 4407.29: Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn tropical wood (other species) exported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo exported sawn tropical wood (other species) worth $18.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 130 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy sawn tropical wood (other species) from the DR Congo?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by China (22%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 955% on the year.
What is the average export price of sawn tropical wood (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.95 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $0.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sawn tropical wood (other species) from the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $18.7 million in 2024, an increase of 127%. The peak was 2023 at $23.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species)?
The HS code for sawn tropical wood (other species) is subheading 4407.29. 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.
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