Activated carbon imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported activated carbon worth $7.5 million (11.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.5M | 11.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 11.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 11.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 10.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.9M | 9.4K t |
Where Algeria imports activated carbon from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (45%), India (12%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+582% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $3.4M | 45% |
| India | $912K | 12% |
| China | $910K | 12% |
| Malaysia | $565K | 7.5% |
| Serbia | $401K | 5.4% |
| France | $379K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $336K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $287K | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $111K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $110K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 3802
| 3802.90 | Activated mineral | 75% |
| 3802.10 | Carbon: activated | 25% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.65 per kg, 29% below the world average of $0.92, 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.
Activated carbon exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported activated carbon worth $576 thousand (687 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $575K | 100% |
| Niger | $1K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria activated carbon imports (HS 3802): 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 3802: Activated carbon; activated natural mineral products; animal black, including spent animal black.
Common questions
What is the value of activated carbon imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported activated carbon worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply activated carbon to Algeria?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by India (12%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 582% on the year.
What is the average import price of activated carbon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.65 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $0.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of activated carbon to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.9 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Algeria also export activated carbon?
Yes. Algeria exported $576 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, Niger and Canada. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for activated carbon?
The HS code for activated carbon is heading 3802. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 3802.90 (75% of the value) and 3802.10 (25%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Algeria, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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