Yogurt and fermented milk imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the DR Congo imported yogurt and fermented milk worth $37.7 million (41.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% 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 | $37.7M | 41.7K t |
| 2023 | $41.2M | 47.7K t |
| 2022 | $37.1M | 42.4K t |
| 2021 | $26.9M | 42.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 654 t |
| 2017 | $956K | 546 t |
Where the DR Congo imports yogurt and fermented milk from
Zambia alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $34.6M | 92% |
| South Africa | $1.8M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $511K | 1.4% |
| Tanzania | $319K | 0.9% |
| Uganda | $222K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $60K | 0.2% |
| France | $47K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $36K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $32K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $28K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 0403
| 0403.90 | Fermented milk products | 95% |
| 0403.10 | Yogurt | 4.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0403.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.91 per kg, 51% below the world average of $1.86, 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 yogurt and fermented milk imports (HS 0403): 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 0403: Yogurt; buttermilk, curdled milk and cream, kephir and other fermented or acidified milk and cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa..
Common questions
What is the value of yogurt and fermented milk imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported yogurt and fermented milk worth $37.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply yogurt and fermented milk to the DR Congo?
Zambia was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($34.6 million), followed by South Africa (5%) and Spain (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 398% on the year.
What is the average import price of yogurt and fermented milk per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $1.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of yogurt and fermented milk to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $956 thousand in 2017 to $37.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $41.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for yogurt and fermented milk?
The HS code for yogurt and fermented milk is heading 0403. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 0403.90 (95% of the value) and 0403.10 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the DR Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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