Threading and tapping machines imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported threading and tapping machines worth $2.1 million (128 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 879% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 72% 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 | $2.1M | 128 t |
| 2023 | $216K | 14 t |
| 2022 | $51K | 7 t |
| 2021 | $26K | 3 t |
| 2020 | $59K | 11 t |
| 2019 | $70K | 8 t |
| 2018 | $375K | 11 t |
| 2017 | $48K | 2 t |
Where the DR Congo imports threading and tapping machines from
South Africa alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.1M | 99% |
| China | $27K | 1.3% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.49 per kg, close to the world average of $14.49.
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 threading and tapping machines imports (HS 8459.70): 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 8459.70: Machine-tools: for threading or tapping by removing metal.
Common questions
What is the value of threading and tapping machines imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported threading and tapping machines worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 128 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 178 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 879% on 2023.
Which countries supply threading and tapping machines to the DR Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (1%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of threading and tapping machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.49 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $14.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of threading and tapping machines to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $370 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for threading and tapping machines?
The HS code for threading and tapping machines is subheading 8459.70. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8459 page.
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