Maize imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $3.8 million of maize in 2024 (12.0 thousand tonnes). That is 72% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $18.6 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 | $3.8M | 12.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 36.7K t |
| 2022 | $18.6M | 46.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 19.3K t |
| 2020 | $10.2M | 45.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 32.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 8.5K t |
| 2017 | $636K | 3.2K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports maize from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.2M | 85% |
| Thailand | $396K | 10% |
| Argentina | $144K | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $27K | 0.7% |
| Tanzania | $11K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $5K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1005
| 1005.90 | Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed | 90% |
| 1005.10 | Corn seed | 10% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1005.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.32 per kg, 33% above the world average of $0.24. 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 maize imports (HS 1005): 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 1005: Maize (corn).
Common questions
What is the value of maize imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported maize worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 139th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 72% on 2023.
Which countries supply maize to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Thailand (10%) and Argentina (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 354% on the year.
What is the average import price of maize per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.32 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $0.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of maize to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $636 thousand in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 500%. The peak was 2022 at $18.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for maize?
The HS code for maize is heading 1005. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 1005.90 (90% of the value) and 1005.10 (10%).
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