Laboratory and agricultural ceramics imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of laboratory and agricultural ceramics by the Republic of the Congo reached $3.6 million in 2024 (254 tonnes). Value rose 25% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.7 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 | $3.6M | 254 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 384 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $908K | 138 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 961 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 1.3K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports laboratory and agricultural ceramics from
United States alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.3M | 92% |
| Indonesia | $180K | 5% |
| China | $96K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $7K | 0.2% |
| France | $6K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6909
| 6909.19 | Technical ceramic laboratory wares | 94% |
| 6909.12 | High-hardness technical ceramics | 5.6% |
| 6909.90 | Ceramic pots and agricultural receptacles | 0.2% |
| 6909.11 | Porcelain laboratory wares | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6909.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.26 per kg, close to the world average of $12.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 6909: Ceramic ware for laboratory, chemical, other technical uses; ceramic troughs, tubs, similar receptacles used in agriculture; ceramic pots, jars and similar used in the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of laboratory and agricultural ceramics imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported laboratory and agricultural ceramics worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 254 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply laboratory and agricultural ceramics to the Republic of the Congo?
The United States was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Indonesia (5%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 44% on the year.
What is the average import price of laboratory and agricultural ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.26 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $12.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of laboratory and agricultural ceramics to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2017 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for laboratory and agricultural ceramics?
The HS code for laboratory and agricultural ceramics is heading 6909. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 6909.19 (94% of the value) and 6909.12 (6%).
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