Cement and concrete imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported cement and concrete worth $7.8 million (13.3 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $16.9 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 | $7.8M | 13.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 11.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 10.5K t |
| 2018 | $16.9M | 12.3K t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 14.3K t |
Where Algeria imports cement and concrete from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), Italy (40%), Greece (5%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 47% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 40% |
| Greece | $416K | 5.3% |
| Germany | $199K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $138K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $113K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $93K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $26K | 0.3% |
| India | $22K | 0.3% |
| France | $7K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 6810
| 6810.99 | Concrete products (other) | 71% |
| 6810.19 | Concrete tiles and pavers | 20% |
| 6810.91 | Prefabricated concrete elements | 8.4% |
| 6810.11 | Concrete blocks | 0.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6810.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.59 per kg, 37% above the world average of $0.43. 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.
Cement and concrete exports from Algeria
Algeria exported $340 thousand of cement and concrete in 2024 (260 tonnes). Tunisia alone took 58% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $198K | 58% |
| China | $139K | 41% |
| Romania | $2K | 0.6% |
| France | $1K | 0.4% |
| Malta | $0K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria cement and concrete imports (HS 6810): 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 6810: Cement, concrete or artificial stone; whether or not reinforced, articles thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of cement and concrete imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported cement and concrete worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply cement and concrete to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Italy (40%) and Greece (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 911% on the year.
What is the average import price of cement and concrete per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $0.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cement and concrete to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2018 at $16.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
Does Algeria also export cement and concrete?
Yes. Algeria exported $340 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, China and Romania. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for cement and concrete?
The HS code for cement and concrete is heading 6810. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 6810.99 (71% of the value) and 6810.19 (20%).
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