Self-adhesive film imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $17.1 million of self-adhesive film in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 58% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $17.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 851 t |
Where the DR Congo imports self-adhesive film from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+329% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.0M | 70% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 7.4% |
| India | $1.1M | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $896K | 5.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $660K | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $317K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $270K | 1.6% |
| Uganda | $266K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $117K | 0.7% |
| Zambia | $87K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 3919
| 3919.90 | Self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) | 77% |
| 3919.10 | Self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) | 23% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3919.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.18 per kg, close to the world average of $6.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo self-adhesive film imports (HS 3919): 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 3919: Self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive film imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported self-adhesive film worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-adhesive film to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by Taiwan (7%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest among the top ten, up 329% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-adhesive film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.18 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $6.73 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-adhesive film to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, an increase of 454%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive film?
The HS code for self-adhesive film is heading 3919. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 3919.90 (77% of the value) and 3919.10 (23%).
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