Petrol generator sets imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol generator sets by the Republic of the Congo reached $24.6 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 96% 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 | $24.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $21.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $808K | 405 t |
| 2021 | $247K | 244 t |
| 2020 | $151K | 154 t |
| 2019 | $258K | 112 t |
| 2018 | $205K | 133 t |
| 2017 | $220K | 24 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports petrol generator sets from
China alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.5M | 100% |
| Lebanon | $48K | 0.2% |
| France | $27K | 0.1% |
| India | $9K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.34 per kg, 95% above the world average of $9.94. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 generator sets imports (HS 8502.20): 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 8502.20: Electric generating sets: with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol generator sets imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported petrol generator sets worth $24.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol generator sets to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($24.5 million), followed by Lebanon (0%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 356% on the year.
What is the average import price of petrol generator sets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.34 per kg in 2024, 95% above the world average of $9.94 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 generator sets to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $220 thousand in 2017 to $24.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol generator sets?
The HS code for petrol generator sets is subheading 8502.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8502 page.
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