Precision measuring instruments imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $2.6 million of precision measuring instruments in 2024 (43 tonnes). Value fell 80% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.7 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 | $2.6M | 43 t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 72 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 41 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 49 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 21 t |
| 2019 | $717K | 10 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 9 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 12 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports precision measuring instruments from
The largest suppliers were France (23%), China (14%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $596K | 23% |
| China | $369K | 14% |
| Germany | $356K | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $254K | 9.9% |
| United States | $218K | 8.5% |
| Norway | $150K | 5.9% |
| Burkina Faso | $140K | 5.5% |
| Angola | $107K | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $95K | 3.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $39K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $59.17 per kg, close to the world average of $71.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Precision measuring instruments exports from the Republic of the Congo
Exports of precision measuring instruments by the Republic of the Congo reached $207 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Singapore accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $152K | 74% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 8.9% |
| United States | $16K | 7.5% |
| Germany | $15K | 7.1% |
| Angola | $3K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 1% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo precision measuring instruments imports (HS 9031.80): 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 9031.80: Instruments, appliances and machines: for measuring or checking n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of precision measuring instruments imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported precision measuring instruments worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43 tonnes. That ranks it 131st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 80% on 2023.
Which countries supply precision measuring instruments to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($596 thousand), followed by China (14%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 507% on the year.
What is the average import price of precision measuring instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $59.17 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $71.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of precision measuring instruments to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2023 at $12.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export precision measuring instruments?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $207 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, the Netherlands and the United States. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for precision measuring instruments?
The HS code for precision measuring instruments is subheading 9031.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9031 page.
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