Generator imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of generator by the Republic of the Congo reached $87.8 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $87.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $98.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $16.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 883 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports generator from
Most of the value came from China (39%), United States (38%), Lebanon (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $34.4M | 39% |
| United States | $33.6M | 38% |
| Lebanon | $9.1M | 10% |
| France | $2.8M | 3.2% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 1.9% |
| Morocco | $1.4M | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $779K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $773K | 0.9% |
| India | $548K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 8502
| 8502.39 | Renewable energy generator sets | 39% |
| 8502.20 | Petrol generator sets | 28% |
| 8502.11 | Diesel generator sets small | 14% |
| 8502.13 | Diesel generator sets large | 12% |
| 8502.12 | Diesel generator sets medium | 7.3% |
| 8502.40 | Rotary converters | 0% |
| 8502.31 | Wind powered generator sets | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8502.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.18 per kg, 83% above the world average of $10.49. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo generator imports (HS 8502): 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 8502: Electric generating sets and rotary converters.
Common questions
What is the value of generator imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported generator worth $87.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply generator to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($34.4 million), followed by the United States (38%) and Lebanon (10%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 463% on the year.
What is the average import price of generator per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.18 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $10.49 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of generator to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $87.8 million in 2024, an increase of 735%. The peak was 2023 at $98.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for generator?
The HS code for generator is heading 8502. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8502.39 (39% of the value) and 8502.20 (28%).
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