Spirits and liqueurs imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported spirits and liqueurs worth $12.7 million (7.2 thousand tonnes). That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $12.7M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.2M | 6.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $10.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 2.1K t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports spirits and liqueurs from
Most of the value came from France (31%), India (24%), Germany (19%). Among the main suppliers, Togo grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.0M | 31% |
| India | $3.1M | 24% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $985K | 7.7% |
| South Africa | $469K | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $366K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $344K | 2.7% |
| Togo | $342K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $239K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $183K | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 2208
| 2208.30 | Whiskey | 43% |
| 2208.90 | Spirits (other types) | 31% |
| 2208.70 | Liqueurs and cordials | 7.8% |
| 2208.60 | Vodka | 7.4% |
| 2208.40 | Rum | 5.2% |
| 2208.20 | Brandy | 4.1% |
| 2208.50 | Gin | 1.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2208.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, 67% below the world average of $5.43, 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.
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The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo spirits and liqueurs imports (HS 2208): 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 2208: Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits and liqueurs imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported spirits and liqueurs worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply spirits and liqueurs to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by India (24%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of spirits and liqueurs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $5.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of spirits and liqueurs to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. The peak was 2019 at $13.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits and liqueurs?
The HS code for spirits and liqueurs is heading 2208. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 2208.30 (43% of the value) and 2208.90 (31%).
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