Semiconductors imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported semiconductors worth $24.8 million (9.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 42% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $24.8M | 9.7K t |
| 2023 | $17.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 449 t |
Where the DR Congo imports semiconductors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.4M | 90% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $217K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $207K | 0.8% |
| India | $192K | 0.8% |
| Togo | $100K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $89K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $59K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $48K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $43K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8541
| 8541.40 | Solar cells and LED | 96% |
| 8541.30 | Thyristors and triacs | 1.3% |
| 8541.29 | Power transistors | 0.8% |
| 8541.10 | Diodes | 0.8% |
| 8541.90 | Semiconductor parts | 0.6% |
| 8541.60 | Piezo-electric crystals | 0.2% |
| 8541.21 | Low power transistors | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8541.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.57 per kg, 66% below the world average of $7.54, 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 semiconductors imports (HS 8541): 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 8541: Semiconductor devices (e.g. diodes, transistors, semiconductor based transducers); including photovoltaic cells assembled or not in modules or panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) assembled with other LEDs or not, mounted piezo-electric crystals.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductors imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported semiconductors worth $24.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 107th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply semiconductors to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($22.4 million), followed by South Africa (5%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of semiconductors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.57 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $7.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semiconductors to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $24.8 million in 2024, an increase of 600%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductors?
The HS code for semiconductors is heading 8541. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8541.40 (96% of the value) and 8541.30 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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