Cotton yarn imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported cotton yarn worth $2.8 million (998 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.4 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 | $2.8M | 998 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 866 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 610 t |
| 2021 | $840K | 326 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 522 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 2.2K t |
Where Algeria imports cotton yarn from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
Product types under HS 5205
| 5205.23 | Combed medium-fine cotton yarn | 26% |
| 5205.24 | Combed fine cotton yarn | 24% |
| 5205.12 | Medium cotton yarn | 15% |
| 5205.13 | Medium-fine cotton yarn | 13% |
| 5205.22 | Combed medium cotton yarn | 7.7% |
| 5205.11 | Coarse cotton yarn | 7% |
| 5205.21 | Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, measuring 714.29 decitex or more, (not exceeding 14… | 3.5% |
| 5205.31 | Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple or cabled, of uncombed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, 714.29 decitex or more (not exceeding 14… | 1.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5205.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.81 per kg, close to the world average of $3.00.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton yarn exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported cotton yarn worth $372 thousand (94 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Portugal accounted for 52% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $193K | 52% |
| Egypt | $175K | 47% |
| France | $5K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria cotton yarn imports (HS 5205): 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 5205: Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton yarn imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported cotton yarn worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 998 tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton yarn to Algeria?
India was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Turkey (13%) and Egypt (9%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 104% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $3.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton yarn to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 56%. The peak was 2018 at $9.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does Algeria also export cotton yarn?
Yes. Algeria exported $372 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Portugal, Egypt and France. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton yarn?
The HS code for cotton yarn is heading 5205. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 5205.23 (26% of the value) and 5205.24 (24%).
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