Supported catalysts (other metals) imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of supported catalysts (other metals) by the DR Congo reached $2.8 million in 2024 (416 tonnes). Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 58% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.1 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 | $2.8M | 416 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 284 t |
| 2022 | $5.1M | 629 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 225 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 296 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 450 t |
| 2018 | $467K | 80 t |
| 2017 | $112K | 17 t |
Where the DR Congo imports supported catalysts (other metals) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 63% |
| South Africa | $396K | 14% |
| Denmark | $366K | 13% |
| United States | $257K | 9.3% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.65 per kg, 54% below the world average of $14.40, 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 supported catalysts (other metals) imports (HS 3815.19): 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 3815.19: Catalysts, supported: reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of supported catalysts (other metals) imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 416 tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 163 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply supported catalysts (other metals) to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by South Africa (14%) and Denmark (13%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of supported catalysts (other metals) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.65 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $14.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of supported catalysts (other metals) to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $112 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $5.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for supported catalysts (other metals)?
The HS code for supported catalysts (other metals) is subheading 3815.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
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