Prepared fish imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prepared fish by Algeria reached $114.2 million in 2024 (25.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 51% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $114.2M | 25.1K t |
| 2023 | $75.4M | 18.0K t |
| 2022 | $61.3M | 15.7K t |
| 2021 | $51.5M | 15.9K t |
| 2020 | $52.3M | 15.4K t |
| 2019 | $52.2M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $52.0M | 11.9K t |
| 2017 | $55.7M | 10.8K t |
Where Algeria imports prepared fish from
China alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $112.6M | 99% |
| Indonesia | $1.1M | 1% |
| Thailand | $360K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $130K | 0.1% |
| Tunisia | $6K | 0% |
Product types under HS 1604
| 1604.14 | Prepared tuna | 91% |
| 1604.20 | Minced fish products | 8.9% |
| 1604.16 | Prepared anchovies | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1604.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.55 per kg, close to the world average of $4.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared fish exports from Algeria
In 2024, Algeria exported prepared fish worth $364 thousand (58 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $323K | 89% |
| United States | $41K | 11% |
| Niger | $0K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria prepared fish imports (HS 1604): 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 1604: Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared fish imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported prepared fish worth $114.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared fish to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($112.6 million), followed by Indonesia (1%) and Thailand (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 79% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared fish per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.55 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $4.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared fish to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $55.7 million in 2017 to $114.2 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $64.3 million a year.
Does Algeria also export prepared fish?
Yes. Algeria exported $364 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United States and Niger. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $113.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared fish?
The HS code for prepared fish is heading 1604. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 1604.14 (91% of the value) and 1604.20 (9%).
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