Steam boiler parts imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steam boiler parts by the DR Congo reached $3.5 million in 2024 (432 tonnes). That is 44% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.3 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 | $3.5M | 432 t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 846 t |
| 2020 | $485K | 64 t |
| 2019 | $377K | 60 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 525 t |
| 2017 | $969K | 210 t |
Where the DR Congo imports steam boiler parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 86% |
| Malaysia | $148K | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $120K | 3.4% |
| India | $111K | 3.2% |
| France | $68K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $26K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $16K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $15K | 0.4% |
| Greece | $6K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.15 per kg, 28% above the world average of $6.35. 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 steam boiler parts imports (HS 8402.90): 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 8402.90: Boilers: parts of steam or other vapour generating boilers.
Common questions
What is the value of steam boiler parts imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported steam boiler parts worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 432 tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam boiler parts to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Malaysia (4%) and Belgium (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 438% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam boiler parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.15 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $6.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steam boiler parts to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $969 thousand in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 263%. The peak was 2023 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam boiler parts?
The HS code for steam boiler parts is subheading 8402.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8402 page.
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