Specialized machinery imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized machinery by the Republic of the Congo reached $43.4 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $43.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $47.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 782 t |
| 2020 | $25.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $23.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $31.9M | 879 t |
| 2017 | $29.5M | 956 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports specialized machinery from
The largest suppliers were Norway (30%), China (14%), Brazil (9%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $12.9M | 30% |
| China | $6.2M | 14% |
| Brazil | $3.9M | 9% |
| United States | $3.1M | 7.3% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 6.5% |
| Malaysia | $2.8M | 6.5% |
| Angola | $2.0M | 4.6% |
| Singapore | $1.9M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 3.3% |
| France | $1.3M | 3% |
Product types under HS 8479
| 8479.89 | Specialized machinery (other types) | 66% |
| 8479.90 | Specialized machinery parts | 24% |
| 8479.20 | Oil extraction and pressing machinery | 4.3% |
| 8479.10 | Construction and public works machinery | 2.5% |
| 8479.82 | Industrial mixing and homogenizing machines | 1.9% |
| 8479.81 | Metal treating and winding machinery | 0.7% |
| 8479.60 | Evaporative air coolers | 0.5% |
| 8479.79 | Passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8479.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.87 per kg, 34% above the world average of $18.55. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialized machinery exports from the Republic of the Congo
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported specialized machinery worth $2.5 million (53 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $2.2M | 89% |
| Mozambique | $124K | 4.9% |
| Norway | $99K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $25K | 1% |
| Sweden | $24K | 0.9% |
| Romania | $3K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $3K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo specialized machinery imports (HS 8479): 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 8479: Machinery and mechanical appliances; having individual functions, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported specialized machinery worth $43.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery to the Republic of the Congo?
Norway was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($12.9 million), followed by China (14%) and Brazil (9%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 562% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.87 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $18.55 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.5 million in 2017 to $43.4 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2023 at $47.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.0 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export specialized machinery?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Mozambique and Norway. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $40.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery?
The HS code for specialized machinery is heading 8479. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8479.89 (66% of the value) and 8479.90 (24%).
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