Aluminium alloy rods imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported aluminium alloy rods worth $3.1 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 80% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 665 t |
| 2022 | $932K | 317 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 681 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 497 t |
| 2019 | $993K | 345 t |
| 2018 | $892K | 152 t |
| 2017 | $478K | 90 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports aluminium alloy rods from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), Turkey (40%), Lebanon (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+327% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 47% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 40% |
| Lebanon | $230K | 7.5% |
| South Africa | $88K | 2.9% |
| France | $24K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $21K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $18K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.2% |
| India | $2K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.80 per kg, 43% below the world average of $4.90, 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 Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo aluminium alloy rods imports (HS 7604.29): 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 7604.29: Aluminium: alloys, bars, rods and profiles, other than hollow.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium alloy rods imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported aluminium alloy rods worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 80% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium alloy rods to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Turkey (40%) and Lebanon (8%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 439% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium alloy rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.80 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $4.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium alloy rods to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $478 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 539%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium alloy rods?
The HS code for aluminium alloy rods is subheading 7604.29. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
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