Manganese dioxide batteries imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $7.7 million of manganese dioxide batteries in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $7.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 836 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 593 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 507 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 919 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 759 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 508 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 408 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports manganese dioxide batteries from
China alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.5M | 97% |
| Hong Kong | $135K | 1.8% |
| Singapore | $29K | 0.4% |
| Serbia | $24K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.2% |
| United States | $7K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.1% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.08 per kg, 43% below the world average of $5.44, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo manganese dioxide batteries imports (HS 8506.10): 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 8506.10: Cells and batteries: primary, manganese dioxide.
Common questions
What is the value of manganese dioxide batteries imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported manganese dioxide batteries worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply manganese dioxide batteries to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by Hong Kong (2%) and Singapore (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 607% on the year.
What is the average import price of manganese dioxide batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.08 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $5.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of manganese dioxide batteries to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for manganese dioxide batteries?
The HS code for manganese dioxide batteries is subheading 8506.10. 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 8506 page.
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