Sound amplifier sets imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sound amplifier sets by the Republic of the Congo reached $2.2 million in 2024 (223 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $2.2M | 223 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 72 t |
| 2022 | $637K | 31 t |
| 2021 | $277K | 35 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 24 t |
| 2019 | $326K | 8 t |
| 2018 | $156K | 6 t |
| 2017 | $474K | 7 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports sound amplifier sets from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 98% |
| Lebanon | $16K | 0.7% |
| France | $11K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.88 per kg, 68% below the world average of $31.26, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo sound amplifier sets imports (HS 8518.50): 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 8518.50: Amplifier sets: electric sound.
Common questions
What is the value of sound amplifier sets imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported sound amplifier sets worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 223 tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply sound amplifier sets to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Lebanon (1%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of sound amplifier sets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.88 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $31.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sound amplifier sets to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $474 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 365%. The peak was 2023 at $2.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $958 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for sound amplifier sets?
The HS code for sound amplifier sets is subheading 8518.50. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8518 page.
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