Submerged arc welded line pipe imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $8.1 million of submerged arc welded line pipe in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 303% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $8.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 584 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 331 t |
| 2021 | $120K | 24 t |
| 2020 | $26K | 6 t |
| 2019 | $52K | 23 t |
| 2018 | $179K | 74 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 192 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports submerged arc welded line pipe from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 96% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $7.8M | 96% |
| China | $285K | 3.5% |
| Malaysia | $8K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, 30% below the world average of $1.82, 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 submerged arc welded line pipe imports (HS 7305.11): 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 7305.11: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm.
Common questions
What is the value of submerged arc welded line pipe imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported submerged arc welded line pipe worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 135 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 303% on 2023.
Which countries supply submerged arc welded line pipe to the Republic of the Congo?
India was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by China (4%) and Malaysia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average import price of submerged arc welded line pipe per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $1.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of submerged arc welded line pipe to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, an increase of 680%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for submerged arc welded line pipe?
The HS code for submerged arc welded line pipe is subheading 7305.11. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the Republic of the Congo. Tell us your product to see it live.
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