Sports equipment imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $4.5 million of sports equipment in 2024 (751 tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.1 million.
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 | $4.5M | 751 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 681 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.3M | 409 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 334 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 279 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 423 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 155 t |
Where the DR Congo imports sports equipment from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 67% |
| South Africa | $844K | 19% |
| Belgium | $150K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $127K | 2.8% |
| France | $90K | 2% |
| Slovakia | $79K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $54K | 1.2% |
| India | $41K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $30K | 0.7% |
| Pakistan | $15K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 9506
| 9506.91 | Gym equipment | 41% |
| 9506.99 | Outdoor game equipment | 33% |
| 9506.62 | Inflatable ball | 17% |
| 9506.29 | Surfboard | 3.4% |
| 9506.39 | Golf equipment | 1.2% |
| 9506.69 | Sports ball | 1.1% |
| 9506.32 | Golf ball | 0.8% |
| 9506.59 | Badminton racket | 0.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9506.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.99 per kg, 31% below the world average of $8.67, 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 sports equipment imports (HS 9506): 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 9506: Gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table tennis) or outdoor games equipment, n.e.c. in this chapter, swimming pools and paddling pools.
Common questions
What is the value of sports equipment imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported sports equipment worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 751 tonnes. That ranks it 132nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply sports equipment to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by South Africa (19%) and Belgium (3%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 467% on the year.
What is the average import price of sports equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.99 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $8.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sports equipment to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 253%. The peak was 2018 at $7.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sports equipment?
The HS code for sports equipment is heading 9506. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 9506.91 (41% of the value) and 9506.99 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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