Technically specified natural rubber exports from the DR Congo: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo exported technically specified natural rubber worth $9.2 million (6.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 44% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $880K | 672 t |
| 2018 | $410K | 294 t |
| 2017 | $400K | 210 t |
Where the DR Congo exports technically specified natural rubber to
One buyer market dominates: Malaysia accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Romania grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $8.1M | 88% |
| United States | $553K | 6% |
| Romania | $530K | 5.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.54 per kg, close to the world average of $1.75.
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 technically specified natural rubber exports (HS 4001.22): 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 4001.22: Rubber: technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets).
Common questions
What is the value of technically specified natural rubber exported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo exported technically specified natural rubber worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 89 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries buy technically specified natural rubber from the DR Congo?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 88% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by the United States (6%) and Romania (6%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 129% on the year.
What is the average export price of technically specified natural rubber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.54 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $1.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of technically specified natural rubber from the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $400 thousand in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for technically specified natural rubber?
The HS code for technically specified natural rubber is subheading 4001.22. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4001 page.
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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