Refined petroleum products exports from the Republic of the Congo: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported refined petroleum products worth $328.3 million (547.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.19 billion.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $328.3M | 547.6K t |
| 2023 | $298.3M | 543.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.19B | 383.8K t |
| 2021 | $337.7M | 762.7K t |
| 2020 | $317.4M | 972.8K t |
| 2019 | $333.0M | 457.1K t |
| 2018 | $203.0M | 251.2K t |
| 2017 | $88.7M | 207.5K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo exports refined petroleum products to
Singapore alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+853% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.60 per kg, close to the world average of $0.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refined petroleum products imports to the Republic of the Congo
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported refined petroleum products worth $28.7 million (14.9 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from France (40%), Kenya (13%), South Africa (12%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+560% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $11.6M | 40% |
| Kenya | $3.6M | 13% |
| South Africa | $3.6M | 12% |
| Senegal | $2.0M | 7% |
| China | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $916K | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $714K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $657K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo refined petroleum products exports (HS 2710): 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 2710: Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals; these being the basic constituents of the preparations; waste oils.
Common questions
What is the value of refined petroleum products exported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo exported refined petroleum products worth $328.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 547.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy refined petroleum products from the Republic of the Congo?
Singapore was the largest buyer with 70% of the value ($230.3 million), followed by Mauritius (16%) and Malaysia (10%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 853% on the year.
What is the average export price of refined petroleum products per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.60 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $0.74 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of refined petroleum products from the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Exports went from $88.7 million in 2017 to $328.3 million in 2024, an increase of 270%. The peak was 2022 at $1.19 billion. Over 8 years the average was $387.0 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also import refined petroleum products?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo imported $28.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Kenya and South Africa. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net exporter of this product, by about $299.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined petroleum products?
The HS code for refined petroleum products is heading 2710. In the Republic of the Congo all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2710.00. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2710 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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