Putty imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of putty by the Republic of the Congo reached $6.5 million in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). That is 90% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $6.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 1.5K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports putty from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Tunisia grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 58% |
| Tunisia | $425K | 6.6% |
| Turkey | $399K | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $386K | 6% |
| Malaysia | $346K | 5.4% |
| France | $303K | 4.7% |
| Morocco | $290K | 4.5% |
| India | $234K | 3.6% |
| Lebanon | $160K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $71K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 3214
| 3214.10 | Painters putty | 86% |
| 3214.90 | Sealant and mastic | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3214.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.32 per kg, close to the world average of $1.58.
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 putty imports (HS 3214): 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 3214: Glaziers' putty, grafting putty, resin cements, caulking compounds and other mastics; painters' fillings; non-refractory surfacing preparations for facades, indoor walls, floors, ceilings or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of putty imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported putty worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 90% on 2023.
Which countries supply putty to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Tunisia (7%) and Turkey (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 295% on the year.
What is the average import price of putty per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.32 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $1.58 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of putty to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 138%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for putty?
The HS code for putty is heading 3214. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 3214.10 (86% of the value) and 3214.90 (14%).
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