Pepper and chili imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported pepper and chili worth $20.0 million (7.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $27.1 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 | $20.0M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $26.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $20.4M | 6.9K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $15.0M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $16.4M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $27.1M | 10.4K t |
Where Algeria imports pepper and chili from
China alone supplied 50% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tunisia grew fastest (+583% on the year before).
Product types under HS 0904
| 0904.22 | Ground chili powder | 78% |
| 0904.11 | Peppercorns | 7.8% |
| 0904.12 | Ground black pepper | 7.8% |
| 0904.21 | Dried chili peppers | 6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0904.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, 22% below the world average of $3.56, 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.
Pepper and chili exports from Algeria
Exports of pepper and chili by Algeria reached $389 thousand in 2024 (138 tonnes). Morocco alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $348K | 89% |
| Canada | $34K | 8.6% |
| France | $8K | 2% |
| Luxembourg | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria pepper and chili imports (HS 0904): 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 0904: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta.
Common questions
What is the value of pepper and chili imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported pepper and chili worth $20.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply pepper and chili to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($10.1 million), followed by Tunisia (13%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 583% on the year.
What is the average import price of pepper and chili per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $3.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pepper and chili to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.1 million in 2017 to $20.0 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2017 at $27.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.4 million a year.
Does Algeria also export pepper and chili?
Yes. Algeria exported $389 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Canada and France. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $19.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for pepper and chili?
The HS code for pepper and chili is heading 0904. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 0904.22 (78% of the value) and 0904.11 (8%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Algeria, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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