Washing machine imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported washing machine worth $3.3 million (884 tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $3.3M | 884 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 948 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 583 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 890 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 444 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 487 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 585 t |
| 2017 | $580K | 131 t |
Where the DR Congo imports washing machine from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 79% |
| South Africa | $286K | 8.7% |
| Belgium | $89K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $62K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $59K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $54K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $52K | 1.6% |
| France | $39K | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $18K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $17K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8450
| 8450.11 | Fully automatic washing machines (small) | 57% |
| 8450.19 | Semi-automatic washing machines (small) | 17% |
| 8450.20 | Large capacity washing machines | 15% |
| 8450.12 | Washing machines with dryer (small) | 8.3% |
| 8450.90 | Washing machine parts | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8450.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.74 per kg, close to the world average of $4.36.
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 washing machine imports (HS 8450): 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 8450: Household or laundry-type washing machines; including machines which both wash and dry.
Common questions
What is the value of washing machine imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported washing machine worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 884 tonnes. That ranks it 142nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply washing machine to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by South Africa (9%) and Belgium (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of washing machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.74 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $4.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of washing machine to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $580 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 470%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for washing machine?
The HS code for washing machine is heading 8450. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8450.11 (57% of the value) and 8450.19 (17%).
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