Agglomerated cork exports from Algeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Algeria exported agglomerated cork worth $5.4 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 807 t |
| 2020 | $629K | 333 t |
| 2019 | $857K | 382 t |
| 2018 | $865K | 248 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 402 t |
Where Algeria exports agglomerated cork to
One buyer market dominates: Portugal accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $3.0M | 55% |
| India | $1.9M | 35% |
| China | $258K | 4.8% |
| Italy | $87K | 1.6% |
| France | $54K | 1% |
| Kuwait | $44K | 0.8% |
| Morocco | $23K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $21K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $16K | 0.3% |
| Brazil | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4504
| 4504.10 | Cork: blocks, plates, sheets and strip, tiles of any shape, solid cylinders (including discs), of agglomerated cork (with or without a binding… | 92% |
| 4504.90 | Agglomerated cork articles | 8.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4504.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, 79% below the world average of $7.61, 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.
Agglomerated cork imports to Algeria
Algeria imported $516 thousand of agglomerated cork in 2024 (94 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Portugal accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+238% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $334K | 65% |
| China | $87K | 17% |
| Turkey | $77K | 15% |
| Germany | $9K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $7K | 1.4% |
| France | $3K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria agglomerated cork exports (HS 4504): 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 4504: Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork.
Common questions
What is the value of agglomerated cork exported by Algeria?
Algeria exported agglomerated cork worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 127 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries buy agglomerated cork from Algeria?
Portugal was the largest buyer with 55% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by India (35%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 44% on the year.
What is the average export price of agglomerated cork per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $7.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of agglomerated cork from Algeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 382%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Algeria also import agglomerated cork?
Yes. Algeria imported $516 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Portugal, China and Turkey. On balance Algeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for agglomerated cork?
The HS code for agglomerated cork is heading 4504. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 4504.10 (92% of the value) and 4504.90 (8%).
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