How much copper does DR Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo) produce and export?
DR Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo) is the 2nd largest producer of copper: 3.2 million tonnes in 2025, 14% of the world's 23 million tonnes (USGS MCS). It is the nullth largest exporter by value: $3 billion in 2024, 2.9% of world exports of copper ores and concentrates (HS 2603) (CEPII BACI).
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DR Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo)'s copper production
| World rank | Production (tonnes) | Share of world | Ten-year growth | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3.2 million tonnes | 14% | — | 2025 |
USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries, MCS 2026.
DR Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo)'s copper exports
| World rank | Export value | Share of world exports | Quantity (tonnes) | Average value per tonne | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3 billion | 2.9% | 803,681 t | $3,769 | 2024 |
CEPII BACI international trade database (HS22, V202601), HS 2603 (Copper ores and concentrates).
The copper price DR Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo) sells into
The benchmark price, LME cash, grade A cathode, was $14,474/t in September 2026, up 45% over twelve months. Its five-year volatility is 16% a year, calmer in 23% of its earlier five-year windows. A single country's export price can differ from the benchmark: see trade price against benchmark. Monthly averages lag the market and are not investment advice. Copper price history.
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