Microtomes imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Algeria imported $21.0 million of microtomes in 2024 (337 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $21.0M | 337 t |
| 2023 | $20.7M | 323 t |
| 2022 | $20.9M | 254 t |
| 2021 | $16.8M | 273 t |
| 2020 | $15.2M | 192 t |
| 2019 | $16.0M | 211 t |
| 2018 | $24.6M | 271 t |
| 2017 | $22.4M | 175 t |
Where Algeria imports microtomes from
Most of the value came from France (40%), China (25%), Turkey (8%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.4M | 40% |
| China | $5.2M | 25% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 7.9% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 5% |
| Italy | $598K | 2.9% |
| United States | $527K | 2.5% |
| Japan | $521K | 2.5% |
| Austria | $436K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $291K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $62.20 per kg, 61% below the world average of $158.75, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria microtomes imports (HS 9027.90): 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 9027.90: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of microtomes imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported microtomes worth $21.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 337 tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply microtomes to Algeria?
France was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by China (25%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of microtomes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $62.20 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $158.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of microtomes to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.4 million in 2017 to $21.0 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2018 at $24.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for microtomes?
The HS code for microtomes is subheading 9027.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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