Steel springs imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $3.5 million of steel springs in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $3.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 600 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 661 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 318 t |
| 2018 | $984K | 294 t |
| 2017 | $842K | 194 t |
Where the DR Congo imports steel springs from
China alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 73% |
| South Africa | $645K | 19% |
| Brazil | $88K | 2.6% |
| Zambia | $76K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $43K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $39K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $18K | 0.5% |
| India | $13K | 0.4% |
| France | $6K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $5K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 7320
| 7320.10 | Leaf springs | 62% |
| 7320.20 | Helical springs | 20% |
| 7320.90 | Other steel springs | 18% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7320.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.22 per kg, 33% below the world average of $4.83, 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 steel springs imports (HS 7320): 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 7320: Springs and leaves for springs, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel springs imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported steel springs worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel springs to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by South Africa (19%) and Brazil (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 945% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel springs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.22 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $4.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel springs to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $842 thousand in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 310%. The peak was 2022 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel springs?
The HS code for steel springs is heading 7320. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 7320.10 (62% of the value) and 7320.20 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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