Low-density polyethylene imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported low-density polyethylene worth $5.4 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% 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 | $5.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 962 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $860K | 602 t |
| 2018 | $908K | 575 t |
| 2017 | $628K | 524 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports low-density polyethylene from
United States alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+338% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.7M | 68% |
| Thailand | $770K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $223K | 4.1% |
| Italy | $219K | 4% |
| Germany | $164K | 3% |
| India | $118K | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $89K | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $62K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $40K | 0.7% |
| China | $28K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.67 per kg, 112% above the world average of $1.26. 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 low-density polyethylene imports (HS 3901.10): 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 3901.10: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of low-density polyethylene imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported low-density polyethylene worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 125th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply low-density polyethylene to the Republic of the Congo?
The United States was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Thailand (14%) and Saudi Arabia (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 338% on the year.
What is the average import price of low-density polyethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.67 per kg in 2024, 112% above the world average of $1.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of low-density polyethylene to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $628 thousand in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 764%. The peak was 2022 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for low-density polyethylene?
The HS code for low-density polyethylene is subheading 3901.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the Republic of the Congo, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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