Ships imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $15.6 million of ships in 2024 (377 tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $15.6M | 377 t |
| 2023 | $18.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 303 t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 336 t |
| 2019 | $96K | 5 t |
| 2018 | $13.6M | 226 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 417 t |
Where the DR Congo imports ships from
One supplier dominates: Angola accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Angola grew fastest (+815% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $14.8M | 95% |
| China | $575K | 3.7% |
| Kenya | $101K | 0.7% |
| Tanzania | $42K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $29K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8901
| 8901.90 | General cargo ships | 96% |
| 8901.10 | Passenger ships and ferries | 4.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8901.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.34 per kg, 1521% above the world average of $2.55. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo ships imports (HS 8901): 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 8901: Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods.
Common questions
What is the value of ships imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported ships worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 377 tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply ships to the DR Congo?
Angola was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($14.8 million), followed by China (4%) and Kenya (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 815% on the year.
What is the average import price of ships per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.34 per kg in 2024, 1521% above the world average of $2.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ships to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, an increase of 426%. The peak was 2023 at $18.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ships?
The HS code for ships is heading 8901. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8901.90 (95% of the value) and 8901.10 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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