Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes by Algeria reached $157.6 million in 2024 (17.8 thousand tonnes). That is 54% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average.
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 | $157.6M | 17.8K t |
| 2023 | $102.4M | 12.9K t |
| 2022 | $45.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $31.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $22.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $89.8M | 21.1K t |
| 2018 | $92.0M | 35.5K t |
| 2017 | $31.4M | 5.2K t |
Where Algeria imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+157% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $124.1M | 79% |
| China | $20.4M | 13% |
| Japan | $9.3M | 5.9% |
| France | $2.1M | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 1% |
| Germany | $45K | 0% |
| Poland | $33K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $32K | 0% |
| Canada | $21K | 0% |
| Niger | $15K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.84 per kg, 23% below the world average of $11.46, 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 light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $157.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Algeria?
Spain was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($124.1 million), followed by China (13%) and Japan (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Niger grew fastest among the top ten, up 793% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.84 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $11.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.4 million in 2017 to $157.6 million in 2024, an increase of 401%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $71.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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