Valve imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of valve by the DR Congo reached $75.8 million in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $102.8 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 | $75.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $92.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $102.8M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $60.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $46.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $64.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $57.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $35.9M | 1.7K t |
Where the DR Congo imports valve from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $45.7M | 60% |
| South Africa | $18.9M | 25% |
| Belgium | $2.3M | 3% |
| India | $1.8M | 2.4% |
| France | $1.4M | 1.9% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $589K | 0.8% |
| United States | $505K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $424K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 8481
| 8481.80 | Pipe and boiler control valves | 75% |
| 8481.90 | Valve and tap parts | 8.5% |
| 8481.30 | Check valves | 6.4% |
| 8481.20 | Hydraulic and pneumatic valves | 5.3% |
| 8481.40 | Safety and relief valves | 2.9% |
| 8481.10 | Pressure reducing valves | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8481.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.00 per kg, 26% below the world average of $24.30, 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 valve imports (HS 8481): 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 8481: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves.
Common questions
What is the value of valve imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported valve worth $75.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($45.7 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and Belgium (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 18% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.00 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $24.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of valve to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.9 million in 2017 to $75.8 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. The peak was 2022 at $102.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $67.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve?
The HS code for valve is heading 8481. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8481.80 (75% of the value) and 8481.90 (9%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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