Detergent imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported detergent worth $135.7 million (79.7 thousand tonnes). That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $135.7M | 79.7K t |
| 2023 | $112.6M | 64.5K t |
| 2022 | $104.2M | 51.4K t |
| 2021 | $93.6M | 56.3K t |
| 2020 | $111.0M | 83.4K t |
| 2019 | $110.6M | 87.8K t |
| 2018 | $113.1M | 83.3K t |
| 2017 | $112.9M | 77.2K t |
Where Algeria imports detergent from
The largest suppliers were Italy (26%), Belgium (15%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+136% on the year before).
Product types under HS 3402
| 3402.11 | Anionic surfactant | 50% |
| 3402.90 | Bulk washing concentrate | 21% |
| 3402.13 | Non-ionic surfactant | 16% |
| 3402.19 | Amphoteric surfactant | 8.5% |
| 3402.20 | Retail laundry detergent | 4.5% |
| 3402.12 | Cationic surfactant | 0.5% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3402.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.70 per kg, close to the world average of $1.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Detergent exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported detergent worth $1.5 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Tunisia alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria detergent imports (HS 3402): 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: Organic surface-active agents (not soap); surface-active, washing (including auxiliary washing) and cleaning preparations, containing soap or not, excluding those of heading no. 3401.
Common questions
What is the value of detergent imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported detergent worth $135.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 79.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply detergent to Algeria?
Italy was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($35.4 million), followed by Belgium (15%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 136% on the year.
What is the average import price of detergent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.70 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1.88 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of detergent to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $112.9 million in 2017 to $135.7 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $111.7 million a year.
Does Algeria also export detergent?
Yes. Algeria exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, France and Belgium. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $134.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for detergent?
The HS code for detergent is heading 3402. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 3402.11 (50% of the value) and 3402.90 (21%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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