Plastic packing cases imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported plastic packing cases worth $2.1 million (746 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $2.1M | 746 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 736 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 512 t |
| 2021 | $603K | 152 t |
| 2020 | $781K | 574 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 784 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 438 t |
| 2017 | $981K | 158 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports plastic packing cases from
Most of the value came from China (39%), South Africa (26%), Turkey (19%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+652% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $809K | 39% |
| South Africa | $528K | 26% |
| Turkey | $392K | 19% |
| Lebanon | $123K | 6% |
| Brazil | $70K | 3.4% |
| France | $58K | 2.8% |
| India | $32K | 1.6% |
| Tunisia | $21K | 1% |
| United States | $10K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, 25% below the world average of $3.67, 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 plastic packing cases imports (HS 3923.10): 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 3923.10: Plastics: boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing cases imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported plastic packing cases worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 746 tonnes. That ranks it 146th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing cases to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($809 thousand), followed by South Africa (26%) and Turkey (19%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 794% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing cases to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $981 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 111%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing cases?
The HS code for plastic packing cases is subheading 3923.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
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