Motorcycles imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motorcycles by the Republic of the Congo reached $27.0 million in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). That is 332% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $27.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 708 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 505 t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 390 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 243 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports motorcycles from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+587% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $13.8M | 51% |
| China | $10.8M | 40% |
| Indonesia | $1.8M | 6.7% |
| Tanzania | $374K | 1.4% |
| France | $98K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $56K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $50K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $37K | 0.1% |
| Togo | $31K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8711
| 8711.20 | Motorcycles 50-250cc | 99% |
| 8711.30 | Motorcycles 250-500cc | 0.4% |
| 8711.90 | Motorcycles (other types) | 0.1% |
| 8711.60 | Electric motorcycles | 0.1% |
| 8711.40 | Motorcycles 500-800cc | 0.1% |
| 8711.50 | Motorcycles >800cc | 0% |
| 8711.10 | Mopeds <50cc | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8711.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.36 per kg, 57% below the world average of $14.85, 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 motorcycles imports (HS 8711): 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 8711: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars.
Common questions
What is the value of motorcycles imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported motorcycles worth $27.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 108th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 332% on 2023.
Which countries supply motorcycles to the Republic of the Congo?
India was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by China (40%) and Indonesia (7%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 587% on the year.
What is the average import price of motorcycles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.36 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $14.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of motorcycles to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $27.0 million in 2024, an increase of 387%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export motorcycles?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $256 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, France and Zambia. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $26.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for motorcycles?
The HS code for motorcycles is heading 8711. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8711.20 (99% of the value) and 8711.30 (0%).
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