Sulfate imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported sulfate worth $9.8 million (30.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 33% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.2 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 | $9.8M | 30.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $16.2M | 19.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 11.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 10.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 3.1K t |
Where the DR Congo imports sulfate from
Most of the value came from South Africa (36%), China (34%), Zambia (29%). Among the main suppliers, Zambia grew fastest (+358% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.5M | 36% |
| China | $3.3M | 34% |
| Zambia | $2.8M | 29% |
| Belgium | $70K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $59K | 0.6% |
| India | $20K | 0.2% |
| France | $4K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2833
| 2833.29 | Sulfates (other) | 46% |
| 2833.40 | Persulfates | 17% |
| 2833.25 | Copper sulfate | 14% |
| 2833.11 | Sodium sulfate | 13% |
| 2833.22 | Aluminum sulfate | 5.4% |
| 2833.27 | Barium sulfate | 2.4% |
| 2833.19 | Sodium sulfate (other) | 1.1% |
| 2833.21 | Processed magnesium sulfate | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2833.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.32 per kg, 30% below the world average of $0.46, 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 sulfate imports (HS 2833): 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 2833: Sulphates; alums; peroxosulphates (persulphates).
Common questions
What is the value of sulfate imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported sulfate worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply sulfate to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by China (34%) and Zambia (29%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 358% on the year.
What is the average import price of sulfate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.32 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $0.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sulfate to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, an increase of 750%. The peak was 2022 at $16.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulfate?
The HS code for sulfate is heading 2833. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 2833.29 (46% of the value) and 2833.40 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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