Modeling paste imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of modeling paste by Algeria reached $5.1 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $5.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 552 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 696 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 903 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 915 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 770 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 866 t |
Where Algeria imports modeling paste from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+371% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 68% |
| Italy | $891K | 17% |
| Germany | $282K | 5.5% |
| Thailand | $196K | 3.8% |
| France | $76K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $63K | 1.2% |
| India | $57K | 1.1% |
| Ireland | $39K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $18K | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | $14K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.81 per kg, 32% below the world average of $5.63, 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 modeling paste imports (HS 3407): 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 3407: Modelling pastes, including those for children; dental wax, impression compounds, in sets or packings for retail sale or in plates and similar forms; dentistry preparations with plaster base.
Common questions
What is the value of modeling paste imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported modeling paste worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply modeling paste to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Italy (17%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 371% on the year.
What is the average import price of modeling paste per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.81 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $5.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of modeling paste to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 139%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for modeling paste?
The HS code for modeling paste is heading 3407. In Algeria all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3407.00. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3407 page.
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