Palmitic and stearic acids imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of palmitic and stearic acids by Algeria reached $2.2 million in 2024 (908 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $3.0 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 | $2.2M | 908 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 797 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 693 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 1.1K t |
Where Algeria imports palmitic and stearic acids from
Most of the value came from Malaysia (28%), Turkey (17%), France (16%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $630K | 28% |
| Turkey | $386K | 17% |
| France | $347K | 16% |
| India | $259K | 12% |
| Italy | $247K | 11% |
| China | $139K | 6.2% |
| Belgium | $132K | 5.9% |
| Tunisia | $49K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.46 per kg, 32% above the world average of $1.87. 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 palmitic and stearic acids imports (HS 2915.70): 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 2915.70: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of palmitic and stearic acids imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported palmitic and stearic acids worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 908 tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 167 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply palmitic and stearic acids to Algeria?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($630 thousand), followed by Turkey (17%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 199% on the year.
What is the average import price of palmitic and stearic acids per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.46 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $1.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of palmitic and stearic acids to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2018 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for palmitic and stearic acids?
The HS code for palmitic and stearic acids is subheading 2915.70. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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