Crustaceans imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Algeria imported $4.5 million of crustaceans in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). That is 83% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.5 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 | $4.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 528 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 352 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 483 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 530 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 823 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 1.5K t |
Where Algeria imports crustaceans from
India alone supplied 69% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
Product types under HS 0306
| 0306.17 | Frozen cooked shrimp | 78% |
| 0306.36 | Fresh shrimp | 17% |
| 0306.19 | Frozen cooked crustaceans (other) | 5.3% |
| 0306.35 | Fresh cold-water shrimp | 0% |
| 0306.39 | Fresh crustaceans (other) | 0% |
| 0306.33 | Fresh crab | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0306.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.36 per kg, 46% below the world average of $8.11, 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.
Crustaceans exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported crustaceans worth $940 thousand (28 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Spain (44%), France (39%), Italy (16%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $416K | 44% |
| France | $369K | 39% |
| Italy | $150K | 16% |
| Tunisia | $5K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria crustaceans imports (HS 0306): 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 0306: Crustaceans; in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, steamed or boiled, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine.
Common questions
What is the value of crustaceans imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported crustaceans worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 83% on 2023.
Which countries supply crustaceans to Algeria?
India was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by China (16%) and Tunisia (14%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 503% on the year.
What is the average import price of crustaceans per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.36 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $8.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of crustaceans to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2017 at $6.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Algeria also export crustaceans?
Yes. Algeria exported $940 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, France and Italy. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for crustaceans?
The HS code for crustaceans is heading 0306. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 0306.17 (78% of the value) and 0306.36 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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