Pork imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pork by the Republic of the Congo reached $35.6 million in 2024 (24.9 thousand tonnes). That is 36% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $55.8 million.
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 | $35.6M | 24.9K t |
| 2023 | $55.8M | 41.0K t |
| 2022 | $41.4M | 40.3K t |
| 2021 | $37.0M | 36.5K t |
| 2020 | $31.3M | 31.7K t |
| 2019 | $25.6M | 29.3K t |
| 2018 | $21.9M | 21.7K t |
| 2017 | $20.6M | 16.6K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports pork from
The largest suppliers were Germany (44%), Netherlands (25%), Poland (9%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+161% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $15.7M | 44% |
| Netherlands | $9.0M | 25% |
| Poland | $3.1M | 8.6% |
| France | $2.1M | 5.9% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 4.6% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $296K | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $272K | 0.8% |
| Hungary | $265K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 0203
| 0203.29 | Frozen pork cuts (other) | 70% |
| 0203.22 | Frozen pork hams and shoulders | 30% |
| 0203.19 | Fresh pork cuts (other) | 0.1% |
| 0203.21 | Frozen pork carcasses | 0.1% |
| 0203.12 | Fresh pork hams and shoulders | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0203.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.43 per kg, 53% below the world average of $3.03, 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.
Pork exports from the Republic of the Congo
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported pork worth $492 thousand (252 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $492K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo pork imports (HS 0203): 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 0203: Meat of swine; fresh, chilled or frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of pork imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported pork worth $35.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply pork to the Republic of the Congo?
Germany was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($15.7 million), followed by the Netherlands (25%) and Poland (9%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 161% on the year.
What is the average import price of pork per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.43 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $3.03 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pork to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.6 million in 2017 to $35.6 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2023 at $55.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.6 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export pork?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $492 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $35.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for pork?
The HS code for pork is heading 0203. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 0203.29 (70% of the value) and 0203.22 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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