Iron and steel scrap exports from the Republic of the Congo: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported iron and steel scrap worth $24.9 million (59.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 43% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $24.9M | 59.7K t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 30.2K t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 26.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 23.8K t |
| 2018 | $20.8M | 68.5K t |
| 2017 | $8.9M | 30.5K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo exports iron and steel scrap to
India alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $24.7M | 99% |
| Thailand | $180K | 0.7% |
| China | $32K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 7204
| 7204.49 | Other ferrous scrap | 73% |
| 7204.10 | Cast iron scrap | 20% |
| 7204.21 | Stainless steel scrap | 7.7% |
| 7204.29 | Alloy steel scrap | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7204.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, close to the world average of $0.44.
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 iron and steel scrap exports (HS 7204): 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 7204: Ferrous waste and scrap; remelting scrap ingots of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of iron and steel scrap exported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo exported iron and steel scrap worth $24.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries buy iron and steel scrap from the Republic of the Congo?
India was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($24.7 million), followed by Thailand (1%) and China (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 44% on the year.
What is the average export price of iron and steel scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of iron and steel scrap from the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.9 million in 2017 to $24.9 million in 2024, an increase of 180%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for iron and steel scrap?
The HS code for iron and steel scrap is heading 7204. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 7204.49 (73% of the value) and 7204.10 (19%).
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