Guar and locust bean gum imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of guar and locust bean gum by Algeria reached $3.1 million in 2024 (817 tonnes). Value fell 16% from 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 | $3.1M | 817 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 788 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 686 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 553 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 497 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 409 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 279 t |
Where Algeria imports guar and locust bean gum from
Most of the value came from Germany (36%), India (36%), Belgium (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 36% |
| India | $1.1M | 36% |
| Belgium | $306K | 10% |
| Italy | $259K | 8.4% |
| China | $100K | 3.3% |
| France | $98K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $61K | 2% |
| Turkey | $31K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.76 per kg, 25% above the world average of $3.02. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Guar and locust bean gum exports from Algeria
Exports of guar and locust bean gum by Algeria reached $236 thousand in 2024 (177 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Guatemala accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Guatemala grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | $205K | 87% |
| Tunisia | $29K | 13% |
| France | $2K | 0.6% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria guar and locust bean gum imports (HS 1302.32): 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 1302.32: Mucilages and thickeners: whether or not modified, derived from locust beans, locust bean seeds or guar seeds.
Common questions
What is the value of guar and locust bean gum imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported guar and locust bean gum worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 817 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 163 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply guar and locust bean gum to Algeria?
Germany was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by India (36%) and Belgium (10%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 145% on the year.
What is the average import price of guar and locust bean gum per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.76 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $3.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of guar and locust bean gum to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2023 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Algeria also export guar and locust bean gum?
Yes. Algeria exported $236 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Guatemala, Tunisia and France. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for guar and locust bean gum?
The HS code for guar and locust bean gum is subheading 1302.32. It sits in HS chapter 13 (lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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