Textile wadding imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of textile wadding by the Republic of the Congo reached $2.4 million in 2024 (293 tonnes). That is 23% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.1 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 | $2.4M | 293 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 514 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 318 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 295 t |
| 2020 | $319K | 182 t |
| 2019 | $166K | 140 t |
| 2018 | $175K | 143 t |
| 2017 | $166K | 78 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports textile wadding from
South Africa alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.1M | 89% |
| China | $233K | 9.7% |
| France | $18K | 0.7% |
| Egypt | $3K | 0.1% |
| India | $3K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $2K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Lebanon | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5601
| 5601.22 | Synthetic wadding | 91% |
| 5601.21 | Cotton wadding | 8.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5601.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.18 per kg, 20% above the world average of $6.80. 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.
Textile wadding exports from the Republic of the Congo
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo exported textile wadding worth $896 thousand (69 tonnes). Central African Republic alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Central African Republic grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Central African Republic | $896K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo textile wadding imports (HS 5601): 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 5601: Wadding of textile materials and articles thereof; textile fibres, not exceeding 5 mm in length (flock), textile dust and mill neps.
Common questions
What is the value of textile wadding imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported textile wadding worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 293 tonnes. That ranks it 99th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile wadding to the Republic of the Congo?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (10%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile wadding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.18 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $6.80 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of textile wadding to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $166 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
Does the Republic of the Congo also export textile wadding?
Yes. The Republic of the Congo exported $896 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Central African Republic. On balance the Republic of the Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile wadding?
The HS code for textile wadding is heading 5601. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 5601.22 (91% of the value) and 5601.21 (9%).
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