Notebooks, diaries and notepads imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of notebooks, diaries and notepads by the Republic of the Congo reached $3.3 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 183% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $3.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 175 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 309 t |
| 2021 | $382K | 121 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 227 t |
| 2019 | $906K | 160 t |
| 2018 | $817K | 138 t |
| 2017 | $799K | 181 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports notebooks, diaries and notepads from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Lebanon (27%), France (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.16 per kg, 24% below the world average of $4.14, 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 notebooks, diaries and notepads imports (HS 4820.10): 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 4820.10: Paper and paperboard: registers, account books, note books, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles.
Common questions
What is the value of notebooks, diaries and notepads imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported notebooks, diaries and notepads worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 89th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 183% on 2023.
Which countries supply notebooks, diaries and notepads to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Lebanon (27%) and France (17%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 400% on the year.
What is the average import price of notebooks, diaries and notepads per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.16 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $4.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of notebooks, diaries and notepads to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $799 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 315%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for notebooks, diaries and notepads?
The HS code for notebooks, diaries and notepads is subheading 4820.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4820 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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