Building hardware imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported building hardware worth $3.5 million (855 tonnes). Value rose 205% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $3.5M | 855 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 112 t |
| 2022 | $804K | 144 t |
| 2021 | $709K | 141 t |
| 2020 | $741K | 90 t |
| 2019 | $786K | 153 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 155 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 287 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports building hardware from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+262% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.06 per kg, 46% below the world average of $7.55, 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 building hardware imports (HS 8302.41): 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 8302.41: Mountings, fittings and similar articles: of base metal, suitable for buildings.
Common questions
What is the value of building hardware imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported building hardware worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 855 tonnes. That ranks it 121st of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 205% on 2023.
Which countries supply building hardware to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by India (2%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 262% on the year.
What is the average import price of building hardware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.06 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $7.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of building hardware to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for building hardware?
The HS code for building hardware is subheading 8302.41. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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