Packaged medicines imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $51.1 million of packaged medicines in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $92.7 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 | $51.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $62.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $72.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $69.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $63.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $59.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $70.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $92.7M | 3.4K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports packaged medicines from
France alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $32.2M | 63% |
| India | $13.8M | 27% |
| Kenya | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| China | $931K | 1.8% |
| Morocco | $634K | 1.2% |
| United States | $503K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $419K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $288K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $249K | 0.5% |
| Tunisia | $200K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 3004
| 3004.90 | Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale | 85% |
| 3004.20 | Antibiotic medicines (packaged) | 6% |
| 3004.50 | Vitamin medicines (packaged) | 2.5% |
| 3004.10 | Penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) | 2.2% |
| 3004.39 | Hormone medicines (packaged) | 1.3% |
| 3004.32 | Corticosteroid medicines (packaged) | 1.1% |
| 3004.60 | Antimalarial medicines (packaged) | 0.9% |
| 3004.31 | Insulin medicines (packaged) | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3004.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.86 per kg, 83% below the world average of $80.84, 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.
Packaged medicines exports from the Republic of the Congo
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported packaged medicines worth $282 thousand (388 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mozambique (41%), Central African Republic (38%), Angola (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+634% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $116K | 41% |
| Central African Republic | $107K | 38% |
| Angola | $33K | 12% |
| New Zealand | $8K | 2.9% |
| Croatia | $7K | 2.6% |
| Norway | $4K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 1.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.9% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo packaged medicines imports (HS 3004): 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 3004: Medicaments; (not goods of heading no. 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic use, put up in measured doses (incl. those in the form of transdermal admin. systems) or packed for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of packaged medicines imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported packaged medicines worth $51.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 149th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply packaged medicines to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($32.2 million), followed by India (27%) and Kenya (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 635% on the year.
What is the average import price of packaged medicines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.86 per kg in 2024, 83% below the world average of $80.84 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of packaged medicines to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $92.7 million in 2017 to $51.1 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2017 at $92.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $67.8 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export packaged medicines?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $282 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, the Central African Republic and Angola. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $50.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for packaged medicines?
The HS code for packaged medicines is heading 3004. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 3004.90 (85% of the value) and 3004.20 (6%).
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