Frozen cooked shrimp imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of frozen cooked shrimp by Algeria reached $3.5 million in 2024 (874 tonnes). Value rose 68% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.2 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 | $3.5M | 874 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 435 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 351 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 431 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 510 t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 822 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 785 t |
Where Algeria imports frozen cooked shrimp from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+138% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.7M | 78% |
| China | $733K | 21% |
| Portugal | $45K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.03 per kg, 39% below the world average of $6.62, 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.
Frozen cooked shrimp exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported frozen cooked shrimp worth $416 thousand (20 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $416K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria frozen cooked shrimp imports (HS 0306.17): 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 0306.17: Crustaceans: frozen, shrimps and prawns, excluding cold-water varieties, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking: in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen cooked shrimp imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported frozen cooked shrimp worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 874 tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen cooked shrimp to Algeria?
India was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (21%) and Portugal (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen cooked shrimp per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.03 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $6.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen cooked shrimp to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2018 at $5.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Algeria also export frozen cooked shrimp?
Yes. Algeria exported $416 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen cooked shrimp?
The HS code for frozen cooked shrimp is subheading 0306.17. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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