Petrol cars >3000cc imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $5.8 million of petrol cars >3000cc in 2024 (311 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.9 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 | $5.8M | 311 t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 406 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 287 t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 953 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 219 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 198 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 193 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 204 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports petrol cars >3000cc from
Lebanon alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Lebanon grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon | $3.6M | 61% |
| Canada | $598K | 10% |
| United States | $438K | 7.5% |
| Germany | $427K | 7.3% |
| South Korea | $322K | 5.5% |
| Japan | $103K | 1.8% |
| France | $98K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $87K | 1.5% |
| Kuwait | $65K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $64K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.76 per kg, 46% below the world average of $34.82, 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 petrol cars >3000cc imports (HS 8703.24): 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 8703.24: Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol cars >3000cc imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported petrol cars >3000cc worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 311 tonnes. That ranks it 130th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol cars >3000cc to the Republic of the Congo?
Lebanon was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Canada (10%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 261% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol cars >3000cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.76 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $34.82 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of petrol cars >3000cc to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. The peak was 2021 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol cars >3000cc?
The HS code for petrol cars >3000cc is subheading 8703.24. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8703 page.
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