Analytical instruments imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $6.9 million of analytical instruments in 2024 (39 tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.2 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 | $6.9M | 39 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 115 t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 61 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 38 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 51 t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 33 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 67 t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 117 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports analytical instruments from
Most of the value came from France (41%), United States (11%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+813% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.8M | 41% |
| United States | $732K | 11% |
| China | $507K | 7.4% |
| South Korea | $498K | 7.3% |
| Italy | $475K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $368K | 5.4% |
| Turkey | $264K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $222K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $211K | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $193K | 2.8% |
Product types under HS 9027
| 9027.10 | Gas analysis equipment | 31% |
| 9027.80 | Material property analyzers | 31% |
| 9027.90 | Microtomes | 18% |
| 9027.30 | Spectrometers | 13% |
| 9027.50 | Optical radiation detector | 6% |
| 9027.20 | Chromatography equipment | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9027.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $175.39 per kg, 21% below the world average of $222.98, 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.
Analytical instruments exports from the Republic of the Congo
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported analytical instruments worth $219 thousand (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+211% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $188K | 86% |
| Angola | $30K | 14% |
| Poland | $1K | 0.3% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo analytical instruments imports (HS 9027): 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 9027: Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis (e.g. polarimeters, spectrometers), for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, etc, for measuring quantities of heat, sound or light.
Common questions
What is the value of analytical instruments imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported analytical instruments worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39 tonnes. That ranks it 128th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply analytical instruments to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by the United States (11%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 813% on the year.
What is the average import price of analytical instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $175.39 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $222.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of analytical instruments to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2023 at $9.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export analytical instruments?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $219 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Angola and Poland. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for analytical instruments?
The HS code for analytical instruments is heading 9027. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 9027.10 (31% of the value) and 9027.80 (31%).
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