Milled rice imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported milled rice worth $62.9 million (113.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 98% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $62.9M | 113.9K t |
| 2023 | $31.7M | 52.4K t |
| 2022 | $57.1M | 152.8K t |
| 2021 | $32.2M | 79.0K t |
| 2020 | $26.7M | 66.5K t |
| 2019 | $29.1M | 74.6K t |
| 2018 | $31.8M | 75.6K t |
| 2017 | $58.7M | 166.4K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports milled rice from
Thailand alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+427% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $38.5M | 61% |
| India | $17.7M | 28% |
| China | $5.1M | 8.1% |
| United States | $1.3M | 2.1% |
| Myanmar | $75K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $73K | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | $43K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $42K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $5K | 0% |
| France | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.55 per kg, 23% below the world average of $0.71, 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.
Milled rice exports from the Republic of the Congo
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported milled rice worth $1.3 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+147% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $1.3M | 100% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo milled rice imports (HS 1006.30): 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 1006.30: Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed.
Common questions
What is the value of milled rice imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported milled rice worth $62.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 113.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 98% on 2023.
Which countries supply milled rice to the Republic of the Congo?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($38.5 million), followed by India (28%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 427% on the year.
What is the average import price of milled rice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.55 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $0.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of milled rice to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $58.7 million in 2017 to $62.9 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $41.3 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export milled rice?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola and South Africa. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $61.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for milled rice?
The HS code for milled rice is subheading 1006.30. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1006 page.
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