Anionic surfactant imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of anionic surfactant by Algeria reached $67.7 million in 2024 (47.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $67.7M | 47.4K t |
| 2023 | $54.7M | 36.7K t |
| 2022 | $55.1M | 28.8K t |
| 2021 | $44.8M | 30.8K t |
| 2020 | $40.5M | 35.6K t |
| 2019 | $33.1M | 28.8K t |
| 2018 | $28.0M | 19.9K t |
| 2017 | $26.1M | 19.4K t |
Where Algeria imports anionic surfactant from
Most of the value came from Italy (35%), Belgium (18%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $23.6M | 35% |
| Belgium | $11.9M | 18% |
| Germany | $7.2M | 11% |
| Greece | $6.0M | 8.9% |
| Portugal | $5.1M | 7.5% |
| Hungary | $4.6M | 6.8% |
| France | $2.7M | 4% |
| Egypt | $1.7M | 2.4% |
| China | $1.4M | 2.1% |
| India | $1.2M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.43 per kg, close to the world average of $1.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Anionic surfactant exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported anionic surfactant worth $246 thousand (134 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria anionic surfactant imports (HS 3402.11): 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 3402.11: Organic surface-active agents: anionic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of anionic surfactant imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported anionic surfactant worth $67.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 214 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply anionic surfactant to Algeria?
Italy was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($23.6 million), followed by Belgium (18%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average import price of anionic surfactant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.43 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of anionic surfactant to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.1 million in 2017 to $67.7 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $43.7 million a year.
Does Algeria also export anionic surfactant?
Yes. Algeria exported $246 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, France and Turkey. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $67.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for anionic surfactant?
The HS code for anionic surfactant is subheading 3402.11. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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