Steel prop and scaffolding imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel prop and scaffolding by the DR Congo reached $11.9 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $11.9M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 203.3K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 96.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 10.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 2.5K t |
Where the DR Congo imports steel prop and scaffolding from
One supplier dominates: Zambia accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+248% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $6.2M | 52% |
| China | $1.8M | 15% |
| India | $1.7M | 14% |
| Turkey | $737K | 6.2% |
| South Africa | $649K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $312K | 2.6% |
| Austria | $204K | 1.7% |
| France | $198K | 1.7% |
| Namibia | $64K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $36K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.97 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind DR Congo steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to the DR Congo?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by China (15%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 248% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.97 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 205%. The peak was 2019 at $14.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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