Swimwear and activewear imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported swimwear and activewear worth $9.1 million (619 tonnes). That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $9.1M | 619 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 425 t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 830 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 527 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 209 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 332 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 215 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 73 t |
Where the DR Congo imports swimwear and activewear from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.7M | 84% |
| South Africa | $332K | 3.6% |
| France | $310K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $259K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $185K | 2% |
| Pakistan | $131K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $104K | 1.1% |
| India | $53K | 0.6% |
| United States | $21K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $20K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 6211
| 6211.39 | Men's track suits (other materials) | 66% |
| 6211.33 | Man-made men's track suits | 15% |
| 6211.32 | Cotton men's track suits | 13% |
| 6211.43 | Man-made women's track suits | 4% |
| 6211.42 | Cotton women's track suits | 1.4% |
| 6211.49 | Women's track suits (other materials) | 0.8% |
| 6211.11 | Men's swimwear | 0.5% |
| 6211.12 | Women's swimwear | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6211.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.78 per kg, 45% below the world average of $26.92, 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 swimwear and activewear imports (HS 6211): 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 6211: Track suits, swimwear and other garments (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of swimwear and activewear imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported swimwear and activewear worth $9.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 619 tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply swimwear and activewear to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by South Africa (4%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 127% on the year.
What is the average import price of swimwear and activewear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.78 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $26.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of swimwear and activewear to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $9.1 million in 2024, an increase of 488%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for swimwear and activewear?
The HS code for swimwear and activewear is heading 6211. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 6211.39 (66% of the value) and 6211.33 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the DR Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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