Optical devices (other) imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of optical devices (other) by Algeria reached $9.0 million in 2024 (64 tonnes). That is 30% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $55.5 million.
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 | $9.0M | 64 t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 27 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 19 t |
| 2021 | $55.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $16.0M | 746 t |
| 2019 | $23.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $17.7M | 690 t |
| 2017 | $24.2M | 233 t |
Where Algeria imports optical devices (other) from
United States alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $8.3M | 92% |
| China | $460K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $139K | 1.6% |
| France | $43K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $15K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $9K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $9K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $7K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $141.03 per kg, 38% above the world average of $102.01. 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.
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The shipment records behind Algeria optical devices (other) imports (HS 9013.80): 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 9013.80: Optical devices, appliances and instruments: n.e.c. in heading no. 9013 (including liquid crystal devices).
Common questions
What is the value of optical devices (other) imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported optical devices (other) worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 64 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical devices (other) to Algeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by China (5%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 309% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical devices (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $141.03 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $102.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical devices (other) to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.2 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, a fall of 63%. The peak was 2021 at $55.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical devices (other)?
The HS code for optical devices (other) is subheading 9013.80. 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 9013 page.
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