Sulfite imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported sulfite worth $65.1 million (75.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. That is 205% more than in 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 | $65.1M | 75.6K t |
| 2023 | $21.4M | 32.6K t |
| 2022 | $17.7M | 33.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 16.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 11.2K t |
| 2019 | $16.4M | 40.8K t |
| 2018 | $31.7M | 46.7K t |
| 2017 | $21.7M | 49.5K t |
Where the DR Congo imports sulfite from
One supplier dominates: Namibia accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $38.5M | 59% |
| China | $23.1M | 36% |
| Zambia | $3.2M | 4.9% |
| South Africa | $138K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $88K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $50K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $25K | 0% |
| Turkey | $18K | 0% |
| France | $17K | 0% |
| Germany | $5K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2832
| 2832.10 | Sodium sulfite | 100% |
| 2832.20 | Sulfites (non-sodium) | 0.1% |
| 2832.30 | Thiosulfates | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2832.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 65% above the world average of $0.52. 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 sulfite imports (HS 2832): 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 2832: Sulphites; thiosulphates.
Common questions
What is the value of sulfite imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported sulfite worth $65.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 75.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 198 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 205% on 2023.
Which countries supply sulfite to the DR Congo?
Namibia was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($38.5 million), followed by China (36%) and Zambia (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 435% on the year.
What is the average import price of sulfite per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $0.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sulfite to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.7 million in 2017 to $65.1 million in 2024, an increase of 201%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulfite?
The HS code for sulfite is heading 2832. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 2832.10 (100% of the value) and 2832.20 (0%).
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