Cosmetic imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cosmetic by Algeria reached $37.2 million in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 12% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $83.5 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 | $37.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $42.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $23.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $50.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $60.0M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $83.5M | 10.4K t |
| 2018 | $42.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $55.7M | 5.9K t |
Where Algeria imports cosmetic from
The largest suppliers were France (42%), China (24%), Turkey (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+226% on the year before).
Product types under HS 3304
| 3304.99 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan… | 78% |
| 3304.20 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: eye make-up | 7.8% |
| 3304.91 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: powders, whether or not compressed (excluding lip, eye, manicure or pedicure preparations) | 5.8% |
| 3304.10 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: lip make-up | 5.6% |
| 3304.30 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations: manicure or pedicure preparations | 2.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3304.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.84 per kg, 54% below the world average of $21.51, 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.
Cosmetic exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported cosmetic worth $204 thousand (22 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Norway accounted for 86% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $175K | 86% |
| Belgium | $5K | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $4K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $3K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $3K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $3K | 1.4% |
| Niger | $3K | 1.3% |
| France | $2K | 1.2% |
| Chile | $2K | 0.9% |
| Finland | $1K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria cosmetic imports (HS 3304): 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 3304: Cosmetic and toilet preparations; beauty, make-up and skin care preparations (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations), manicure or pedicure preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of cosmetic imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported cosmetic worth $37.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply cosmetic to Algeria?
France was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($15.7 million), followed by China (24%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 226% on the year.
What is the average import price of cosmetic per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.84 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $21.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cosmetic to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $55.7 million in 2017 to $37.2 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2019 at $83.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $49.5 million a year.
Does Algeria also export cosmetic?
Yes. Algeria exported $204 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, Belgium and the Czech Republic. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $37.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cosmetic?
The HS code for cosmetic is heading 3304. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 3304.99 (78% of the value) and 3304.20 (8%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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