Lead-acid starter batteries imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported lead-acid starter batteries worth $2.7 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 17% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $2.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 910 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 849 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 894 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 971 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 447 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports lead-acid starter batteries from
Most of the value came from France (44%), Turkey (25%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+517% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.2M | 44% |
| Turkey | $677K | 25% |
| China | $317K | 12% |
| Morocco | $221K | 8.2% |
| Kenya | $125K | 4.6% |
| South Korea | $79K | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $57K | 2.1% |
| Angola | $14K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.26 per kg, 22% below the world average of $2.91, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 lead-acid starter batteries imports (HS 8507.10): 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 8507.10: Electric accumulators: lead-acid, of a kind used for starting piston engines, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of lead-acid starter batteries imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported lead-acid starter batteries worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 154th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply lead-acid starter batteries to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Turkey (25%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 517% on the year.
What is the average import price of lead-acid starter batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.26 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $2.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lead-acid starter batteries to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead-acid starter batteries?
The HS code for lead-acid starter batteries is subheading 8507.10. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8507 page.
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