Valve and tap parts imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of valve and tap parts by the Republic of the Congo reached $5.4 million in 2024 (158 tonnes). That is 38% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.1 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 | $5.4M | 158 t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 189 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 170 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 178 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 88 t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 127 t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 151 t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 82 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports valve and tap parts from
The largest suppliers were France (25%), United States (17%), Malaysia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.4M | 25% |
| United States | $916K | 17% |
| Malaysia | $564K | 11% |
| Canada | $412K | 7.6% |
| Italy | $381K | 7.1% |
| Singapore | $370K | 6.9% |
| China | $321K | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $293K | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $109K | 2% |
| Germany | $103K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.15 per kg, 74% above the world average of $19.65. 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.
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The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo valve and tap parts imports (HS 8481.90): 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 8481.90: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of valve and tap parts imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported valve and tap parts worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 158 tonnes. That ranks it 100th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve and tap parts to the Republic of the Congo?
France was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Malaysia (10%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve and tap parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.15 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $19.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of valve and tap parts to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2018 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve and tap parts?
The HS code for valve and tap parts is subheading 8481.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8481 page.
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