Vehicle axles and differentials imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $5.9 million of vehicle axles and differentials in 2024 (669 tonnes). Value fell 36% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.6 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 | $5.9M | 669 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 886 t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 894 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 335 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 275 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 263 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 234 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 105 t |
Where the DR Congo imports vehicle axles and differentials from
Most of the value came from China (46%), South Africa (36%), Netherlands (8%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 46% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 36% |
| Netherlands | $495K | 8.4% |
| United Kingdom | $159K | 2.7% |
| Austria | $113K | 1.9% |
| France | $94K | 1.6% |
| Zambia | $86K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $66K | 1.1% |
| India | $27K | 0.5% |
| Brazil | $21K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.77 per kg, close to the world average of $7.57.
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 vehicle axles and differentials imports (HS 8708.50): 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 8708.50: Vehicle parts: drive-axles with differential, whether or not provided with other transmission components, and non-driving axles: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle axles and differentials imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported vehicle axles and differentials worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 669 tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle axles and differentials to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by South Africa (36%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle axles and differentials per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.77 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $7.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle axles and differentials to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 342%. The peak was 2022 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle axles and differentials?
The HS code for vehicle axles and differentials is subheading 8708.50. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
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