Polyethylene imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported polyethylene worth $17.1 million (11.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $17.1M | 11.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 8.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $13.8M | 11.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 3.8K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports polyethylene from
The largest suppliers were United States (34%), China (27%), Thailand (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.8M | 34% |
| China | $4.6M | 27% |
| Thailand | $1.7M | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 7.4% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 7.1% |
| Zambia | $1.0M | 6% |
| South Africa | $364K | 2.1% |
| France | $360K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $219K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $164K | 1% |
Product types under HS 3901
| 3901.20 | High-density polyethylene | 36% |
| 3901.10 | Low-density polyethylene | 32% |
| 3901.30 | Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer | 25% |
| 3901.90 | Ethylene polymers (other) | 4.2% |
| 3901.40 | Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3901.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.50 per kg, 23% above the world average of $1.22. 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 polyethylene imports (HS 3901): 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 3901: Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported polyethylene worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 128th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene to the Republic of the Congo?
The United States was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by China (27%) and Thailand (10%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 190% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.50 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, an increase of 297%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene?
The HS code for polyethylene is heading 3901. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 3901.20 (36% of the value) and 3901.10 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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