Control panel imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of control panel by the Republic of the Congo reached $23.9 million in 2024 (951 tonnes). Value fell 5% from 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 | $23.9M | 951 t |
| 2023 | $25.1M | 733 t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 335 t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 266 t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 465 t |
| 2019 | $12.4M | 327 t |
| 2018 | $15.3M | 434 t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 256 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports control panel from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), France (23%), Lebanon (6%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.5M | 44% |
| France | $5.6M | 24% |
| Lebanon | $1.4M | 6% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 4.4% |
| Brazil | $1.0M | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $951K | 4% |
| Germany | $416K | 1.7% |
| Tunisia | $389K | 1.6% |
| Morocco | $298K | 1.3% |
| United States | $292K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 8537
| 8537.10 | Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading… | 71% |
| 8537.20 | High voltage distribution panels | 29% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8537.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.14 per kg, 60% below the world average of $63.20, 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 control panel imports (HS 8537): 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 8537: Boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, bases with apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 for electricity control and distribution, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517).
Common questions
What is the value of control panel imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported control panel worth $23.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 951 tonnes. That ranks it 119th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply control panel to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by France (23%) and Lebanon (6%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 68% on the year.
What is the average import price of control panel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.14 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $63.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of control panel to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $23.9 million in 2024, an increase of 196%. The peak was 2023 at $25.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for control panel?
The HS code for control panel is heading 8537. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8537.10 (71% of the value) and 8537.20 (29%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the Republic of the Congo, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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