Semi-trailer tractors imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported semi-trailer tractors worth $77.0 million (22.3 thousand tonnes). That is 69% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $77.0M | 22.3K t |
| 2023 | $45.5M | 13.5K t |
| 2022 | $33.0M | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $28.2M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $18.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $15.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 2.1K t |
Where the DR Congo imports semi-trailer tractors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $65.5M | 85% |
| Uganda | $2.3M | 3% |
| Zambia | $2.2M | 2.9% |
| Tanzania | $2.1M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 2% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $651K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $629K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $366K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $124K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.46 per kg, 56% below the world average of $7.89, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo semi-trailer tractors imports (HS 8701.20): 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 8701.20: Tractors: road, for semi-trailers.
Common questions
What is the value of semi-trailer tractors imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported semi-trailer tractors worth $77.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply semi-trailer tractors to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($65.5 million), followed by Uganda (3%) and Zambia (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 383% on the year.
What is the average import price of semi-trailer tractors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.46 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $7.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semi-trailer tractors to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $77.0 million in 2024, an increase of 647%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $30.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for semi-trailer tractors?
The HS code for semi-trailer tractors is subheading 8701.20. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8701 page.
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