Synthetic staple fabric imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $4.4 million of synthetic staple fabric in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 348% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% 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 | $4.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $980K | 461 t |
| 2022 | $1.0M | 737 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 698 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 326 t |
| 2018 | $272K | 73 t |
| 2017 | $521K | 118 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports synthetic staple fabric from
China alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+351% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.4M | 100% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5512
| 5512.19 | Polyester staple fabric (other) | 82% |
| 5512.11 | Polyester staple fabric (natural) | 15% |
| 5512.99 | High synthetic staple fabric, dyed | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5512.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.14 per kg, 46% below the world average of $7.71, 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 synthetic staple fabric imports (HS 5512): 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 5512: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic staple fabric imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported synthetic staple fabric worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 84th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 348% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic staple fabric to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Italy (0%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 351% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic staple fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.14 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $7.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic staple fabric to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $521 thousand in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, an increase of 743%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic staple fabric?
The HS code for synthetic staple fabric is heading 5512. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 5512.19 (82% of the value) and 5512.11 (15%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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