Copper ingots exports from the Republic of the Congo: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of copper ingots by the Republic of the Congo reached $1.85 billion in 2024 (198.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 53% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.92 billion.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.85B | 198.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.92B | 465.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.32B | 387.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.69B | 282.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.28B | 378.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.50B | 392.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.26B | 329.2K t |
| 2017 | $861.5M | 140.8K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo exports copper ingots to
Most of it went to India (24%), Saudi Arabia (22%), Greece (18%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $440.4M | 24% |
| Saudi Arabia | $403.5M | 22% |
| Greece | $327.0M | 18% |
| China | $129.2M | 7% |
| Italy | $107.4M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $72.2M | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $68.0M | 3.7% |
| Kuwait | $63.5M | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $55.7M | 3% |
| Bulgaria | $50.1M | 2.7% |
Product types under HS 7403
| 7403.11 | Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes | 100% |
| 7403.19 | Refined copper other forms | 0.1% |
| 7403.13 | Copper billets | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7403.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.33 per kg, close to the world average of $9.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper ingots imports to the Republic of the Congo
The Republic of the Congo imported $8.4 million of copper ingots in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Chile accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $8.4M | 100% |
| France | $12K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $8K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $6K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $6K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo copper ingots exports (HS 7403): 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 7403: Copper; refined and copper alloys, unwrought.
Common questions
What is the value of copper ingots exported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo exported copper ingots worth $1.85 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 198.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 150 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 53% on 2023.
Which countries buy copper ingots from the Republic of the Congo?
India was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($440.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (22%) and Greece (18%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 162% on the year.
What is the average export price of copper ingots per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.33 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of copper ingots from the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $861.5 million in 2017 to $1.85 billion in 2024, an increase of 115%. The peak was 2023 at $3.92 billion. Over 8 years the average was $2.46 billion a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also import copper ingots?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo imported $8.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Chile, France and Brazil. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.84 billion a year.
What is the HS code for copper ingots?
The HS code for copper ingots is heading 7403. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 7403.11 (100% of the value) and 7403.19 (0%).
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