Perfume imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $4.5 million of perfume in 2024 (819 tonnes). That is 24% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.9 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 | $4.5M | 819 t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 663 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 422 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 474 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 389 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 378 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 401 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 271 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports perfume from
The largest suppliers were Cote d'Ivoire (27%), France (25%), Nigeria (22%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.2M | 27% |
| France | $1.1M | 25% |
| Nigeria | $968K | 22% |
| Italy | $572K | 13% |
| India | $185K | 4.1% |
| Portugal | $173K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $108K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $42K | 0.9% |
| Lebanon | $39K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.47 per kg, 83% below the world average of $31.99, 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 perfume imports (HS 3303): 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 3303: Perfumes and toilet waters.
Common questions
What is the value of perfume imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported perfume worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 819 tonnes. That ranks it 133rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply perfume to the Republic of the Congo?
Cote d'Ivoire was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by France (25%) and Nigeria (22%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 702% on the year.
What is the average import price of perfume per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.47 per kg in 2024, 83% below the world average of $31.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of perfume to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. The peak was 2023 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for perfume?
The HS code for perfume is heading 3303. In the Republic of the Congo all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3303.00. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3303 page.
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