Polyester staple fabric (other) imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $3.6 million of polyester staple fabric (other) in 2024 (875 tonnes). Value rose 397% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $3.6M | 875 t |
| 2023 | $723K | 247 t |
| 2022 | $910K | 621 t |
| 2021 | $716K | 360 t |
| 2020 | $934K | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 314 t |
| 2018 | $257K | 53 t |
| 2017 | $521K | 118 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports polyester staple fabric (other) from
China alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+398% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 100% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.11 per kg, 40% below the world average of $6.85, 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 polyester staple fabric (other) imports (HS 5512.19): 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 5512.19: Fabrics, woven: of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester staple fabric (other) imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported polyester staple fabric (other) worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 875 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 397% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester staple fabric (other) to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Italy (0%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 398% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester staple fabric (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.11 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $6.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester staple fabric (other) to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $521 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 589%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester staple fabric (other)?
The HS code for polyester staple fabric (other) is subheading 5512.19. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5512 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the Republic of the Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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