Plastic molding machine imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported plastic molding machine worth $8.1 million (776 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $8.1M | 776 t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 634 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 395 t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 834 t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 279 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 200 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 242 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports plastic molding machine from
Most of the value came from China (28%), Italy (25%), France (17%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+458% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 28% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 25% |
| France | $1.3M | 17% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 14% |
| Norway | $461K | 5.7% |
| Romania | $306K | 3.8% |
| India | $263K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $83K | 1% |
| Lebanon | $83K | 1% |
| Belgium | $32K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 8477
| 8477.59 | Plastic molding machines (other types) | 29% |
| 8477.90 | Molding machine parts | 28% |
| 8477.10 | Injection molding machines | 26% |
| 8477.30 | Blow molding machines | 8.5% |
| 8477.80 | Rubber and plastic working machinery | 7.1% |
| 8477.20 | Plastic and rubber extruders | 0.9% |
| 8477.40 | Thermoforming and vacuum molding machines | 0.9% |
| 8477.51 | Tire molding and retreading machines | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8477.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.40 per kg, 25% below the world average of $13.91, 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.
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The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo plastic molding machine imports (HS 8477): 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 8477: Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic molding machine imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported plastic molding machine worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 776 tonnes. That ranks it 126th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic molding machine to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Italy (25%) and France (17%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 458% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic molding machine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.40 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $13.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic molding machine to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, an increase of 210%. The peak was 2023 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic molding machine?
The HS code for plastic molding machine is heading 8477. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8477.59 (29% of the value) and 8477.90 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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