Hydrogen gas exports from Algeria: data, top buyers and prices
Algeria exported $557.2 million of hydrogen gas in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 159 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $557.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $566.9M | 9.1K t |
| 2022 | $192.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $167.3M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $165.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $173.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $103.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $83.8M | 3.2K t |
Where Algeria exports hydrogen gas to
One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $365.7M | 66% |
| United Kingdom | $39.2M | 7% |
| Germany | $26.6M | 4.8% |
| United States | $21.7M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $19.6M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $19.2M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $10.4M | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $9.7M | 1.7% |
| Poland | $7.7M | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $5.2M | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 2804
| 2804.29 | Rare gases excluding argon | 100% |
| 2804.21 | Argon gas | 0.3% |
| 2804.30 | Nitrogen gas | 0.1% |
| 2804.40 | Oxygen gas | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2804.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $73.13 per kg, 3107% above the world average of $2.28. 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.
Hydrogen gas imports to Algeria
In 2024, Algeria imported hydrogen gas worth $1.2 million (240 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (44%), France (31%), Turkey (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $510K | 44% |
| France | $357K | 31% |
| Turkey | $105K | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $91K | 7.9% |
| Spain | $30K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $13K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $7K | 0.6% |
| India | $7K | 0.6% |
| United States | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria hydrogen gas exports (HS 2804): 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 2804: Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals.
Common questions
What is the value of hydrogen gas exported by Algeria?
Algeria exported hydrogen gas worth $557.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 159 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy hydrogen gas from Algeria?
France was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($365.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (7%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 355% on the year.
What is the average export price of hydrogen gas per kg?
The average declared export value was about $73.13 per kg in 2024, 3107% above the world average of $2.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of hydrogen gas from Algeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $83.8 million in 2017 to $557.2 million in 2024, an increase of 565%. The peak was 2023 at $566.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $251.3 million a year.
Does Algeria also import hydrogen gas?
Yes. Algeria imported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and Turkey. On balance Algeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $556.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for hydrogen gas?
The HS code for hydrogen gas is heading 2804. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 2804.29 (100% of the value) and 2804.21 (0%).
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