Paperboard boxes and cartons imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Algeria imported $108.7 million of paperboard boxes and cartons in 2024 (35.1 thousand tonnes). Value fell 10% from 2023. 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 | $108.7M | 35.1K t |
| 2023 | $121.3M | 35.3K t |
| 2022 | $105.5M | 27.6K t |
| 2021 | $100.6M | 25.2K t |
| 2020 | $70.0M | 19.7K t |
| 2019 | $71.2M | 21.1K t |
| 2018 | $77.4M | 28.5K t |
| 2017 | $127.7M | 38.9K t |
Where Algeria imports paperboard boxes and cartons from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (36%), France (19%), China (18%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $39.4M | 36% |
| France | $20.9M | 19% |
| China | $19.9M | 18% |
| Italy | $8.5M | 7.8% |
| Germany | $6.2M | 5.7% |
| Portugal | $3.9M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $3.0M | 2.8% |
| Tunisia | $1.5M | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $873K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 4819
| 4819.20 | Folding cartons (non-corrugated) | 63% |
| 4819.10 | Corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons | 19% |
| 4819.40 | Small paper sacks and bags | 12% |
| 4819.30 | Large paper sacks and bags | 3% |
| 4819.50 | Paper packing containers and sleeves | 1.7% |
| 4819.60 | Office storage boxes and filing materials | 1.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4819.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.09 per kg, 30% above the world average of $2.38. 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.
Paperboard boxes and cartons exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported paperboard boxes and cartons worth $3.8 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+309% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Algeria paperboard boxes and cartons imports (HS 4819): 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 4819: Cartons, boxes, cases, bags and the like, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres; box files, letter trays and the like, of paper or paperboard, of a kind used in offices, shops or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of paperboard boxes and cartons imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported paperboard boxes and cartons worth $108.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply paperboard boxes and cartons to Algeria?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($39.4 million), followed by France (19%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 64% on the year.
What is the average import price of paperboard boxes and cartons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.09 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $2.38 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of paperboard boxes and cartons to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $127.7 million in 2017 to $108.7 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2017 at $127.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $97.8 million a year.
Does Algeria also export paperboard boxes and cartons?
Yes. Algeria exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, France and Mauritania. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $105.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for paperboard boxes and cartons?
The HS code for paperboard boxes and cartons is heading 4819. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 4819.20 (63% of the value) and 4819.10 (19%).
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