Electrical parts imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $4.6 million of electrical parts in 2024 (196 tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.9 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 | $4.6M | 196 t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 241 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 155 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 123 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 93 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 77 t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 98 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 67 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports electrical parts from
The largest suppliers were France (28%), Spain (12%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+338% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.3M | 28% |
| Spain | $529K | 12% |
| China | $428K | 9.3% |
| Germany | $411K | 9% |
| Tunisia | $401K | 8.7% |
| Italy | $252K | 5.5% |
| Morocco | $222K | 4.8% |
| Lebanon | $221K | 4.8% |
| India | $153K | 3.3% |
| United States | $134K | 2.9% |
Product types under HS 8538
| 8538.90 | Electrical apparatus: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 or 8537 | 67% |
| 8538.10 | Distribution board parts | 34% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8538.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.46 per kg, close to the world average of $24.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electrical parts exports from the Republic of the Congo
The Republic of the Congo exported $210 thousand of electrical parts in 2024 (5 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 59% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $124K | 59% |
| Romania | $53K | 25% |
| United States | $29K | 14% |
| Italy | $5K | 2.2% |
| China | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo electrical parts imports (HS 8538): 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 8538: Electrical apparatus; parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 and 8537.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical parts imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported electrical parts worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 196 tonnes. That ranks it 132nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical parts to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Spain (12%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 338% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.46 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $24.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electrical parts to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. The peak was 2023 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export electrical parts?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $210 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Romania and the United States. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical parts?
The HS code for electrical parts is heading 8538. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8538.90 (66% of the value) and 8538.10 (34%).
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