Packing sacks and bags imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of packing sacks and bags by Algeria reached $13.8 million in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $20.5 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 | $13.8M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $18.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $14.8M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $20.5M | 9.9K t |
Where Algeria imports packing sacks and bags from
The largest suppliers were Tunisia (33%), China (25%), India (22%). Among the main suppliers, Tunisia grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
Product types under HS 6305
| 6305.33 | Polypropylene packing sacks | 60% |
| 6305.32 | Flexible intermediate bulk containers | 34% |
| 6305.39 | Man-made packing sacks | 4.1% |
| 6305.10 | Jute packing sacks | 0.8% |
| 6305.90 | Packing sacks (other) | 0.7% |
| 6305.20 | Cotton packing sacks | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6305.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, close to the world average of $2.73.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Packing sacks and bags exports from Algeria
Exports of packing sacks and bags by Algeria reached $296 thousand in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $289K | 98% |
| France | $7K | 2.2% |
| Mauritania | $0K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria packing sacks and bags imports (HS 6305): 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 6305: Sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of packing sacks and bags imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported packing sacks and bags worth $13.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply packing sacks and bags to Algeria?
Tunisia was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by China (25%) and India (22%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of packing sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of packing sacks and bags to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.5 million in 2017 to $13.8 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2017 at $20.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.0 million a year.
Does Algeria also export packing sacks and bags?
Yes. Algeria exported $296 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, France and Mauritania. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for packing sacks and bags?
The HS code for packing sacks and bags is heading 6305. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 6305.33 (60% of the value) and 6305.32 (34%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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