Vehicle clutches imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $4.0 million of vehicle clutches in 2024 (548 tonnes). Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $4.0M | 548 t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 496 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 444 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 354 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 215 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 214 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 158 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 179 t |
Where the DR Congo imports vehicle clutches from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 68% |
| South Africa | $643K | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $237K | 6% |
| Germany | $101K | 2.6% |
| India | $84K | 2.1% |
| France | $54K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $43K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $22K | 0.6% |
| Brazil | $18K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.24 per kg, 32% below the world average of $10.59, 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 vehicle clutches imports (HS 8708.93): 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 8708.93: Vehicle parts: clutches and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle clutches imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported vehicle clutches worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 548 tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle clutches to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by South Africa (16%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 153% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle clutches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.24 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $10.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vehicle clutches to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 137%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle clutches?
The HS code for vehicle clutches is subheading 8708.93. 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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