Laboratory and agricultural ceramics imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Algeria imported $5.9 million of laboratory and agricultural ceramics in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 56% 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 | $5.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 929 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 1.9K t |
Where Algeria imports laboratory and agricultural ceramics from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), South Africa (25%), France (10%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 31% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 25% |
| France | $607K | 10% |
| Italy | $508K | 8.6% |
| Germany | $487K | 8.3% |
| Portugal | $412K | 7% |
| Austria | $360K | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $144K | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $58K | 1% |
| Turkey | $28K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6909
| 6909.12 | High-hardness technical ceramics | 62% |
| 6909.19 | Technical ceramic laboratory wares | 28% |
| 6909.11 | Porcelain laboratory wares | 6.5% |
| 6909.90 | Ceramic pots and agricultural receptacles | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6909.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.32 per kg, 81% below the world average of $12.10, 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.
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The shipment records behind Algeria laboratory and agricultural ceramics imports (HS 6909): 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 6909: Ceramic ware for laboratory, chemical, other technical uses; ceramic troughs, tubs, similar receptacles used in agriculture; ceramic pots, jars and similar used in the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of laboratory and agricultural ceramics imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported laboratory and agricultural ceramics worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply laboratory and agricultural ceramics to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of laboratory and agricultural ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.32 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $12.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of laboratory and agricultural ceramics to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for laboratory and agricultural ceramics?
The HS code for laboratory and agricultural ceramics is heading 6909. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 6909.12 (62% of the value) and 6909.19 (28%).
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