Surveying instruments imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $12.0 million of surveying instruments in 2024 (74 tonnes). That is 30% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $17.2 million.
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 | $12.0M | 74 t |
| 2023 | $17.2M | 160 t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 230 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 153 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 71 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 127 t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 181 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 52 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports surveying instruments from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), Angola (26%), United Kingdom (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+261% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.2M | 44% |
| Angola | $3.1M | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $806K | 6.7% |
| United States | $745K | 6.2% |
| Norway | $369K | 3.1% |
| France | $320K | 2.7% |
| Austria | $246K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $237K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $205K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $161K | 1.3% |
Product types under HS 9015
| 9015.90 | Surveying instrument parts | 57% |
| 9015.80 | Surveying instruments (other) | 42% |
| 9015.10 | Rangefinders | 0.2% |
| 9015.30 | Spirit levels and transit levels | 0.2% |
| 9015.20 | Theodolites | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9015.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $160.99 per kg, 54% above the world average of $104.45. 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.
Surveying instruments exports from the Republic of the Congo
Exports of surveying instruments by the Republic of the Congo reached $631 thousand in 2024 (6 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Norway accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+715% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $323K | 51% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 14% |
| South Africa | $77K | 12% |
| Angola | $62K | 9.8% |
| Italy | $27K | 4.3% |
| Indonesia | $27K | 4.3% |
| Canada | $23K | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $3K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0.3% |
| France | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo surveying instruments imports (HS 9015): 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 9015: Surveying (including photogrammetrical surveying), hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances, excluding compasses, rangefinders.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported surveying instruments worth $12.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 74 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instruments to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Angola (26%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 261% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instruments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $160.99 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $104.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of surveying instruments to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $12.0 million in 2024, an increase of 230%. The peak was 2023 at $17.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export surveying instruments?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $631 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, the Netherlands and South Africa. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments?
The HS code for surveying instruments is heading 9015. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 9015.90 (57% of the value) and 9015.80 (42%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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