Polystyrene film and sheet imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polystyrene film and sheet by Algeria reached $4.3 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $12.9 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 | $4.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 897 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 568 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 879 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 7.0K t |
Where Algeria imports polystyrene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (33%), Austria (23%), China (21%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 33% |
| Austria | $974K | 23% |
| China | $900K | 21% |
| Italy | $448K | 11% |
| Turkey | $348K | 8.1% |
| Belgium | $115K | 2.7% |
| France | $37K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $27K | 0.6% |
| Indonesia | $8K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, 36% below the world average of $3.43, 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.
Polystyrene film and sheet exports from Algeria
Algeria exported $593 thousand of polystyrene film and sheet in 2024 (310 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tunisia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $545K | 92% |
| Mauritania | $49K | 8.2% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria polystyrene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.30): 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 3920.30: Plastics: of polymers of styrene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polystyrene film and sheet imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply polystyrene film and sheet to Algeria?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Austria (23%) and China (21%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of polystyrene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $3.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polystyrene film and sheet to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, a fall of 67%. The peak was 2017 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Algeria also export polystyrene film and sheet?
Yes. Algeria exported $593 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, Mauritania and France. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene film and sheet?
The HS code for polystyrene film and sheet is subheading 3920.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
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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