Railway rail imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of railway rail by Algeria reached $96.3 million in 2024 (114.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 189 countries for imports of this product. That is 498% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $96.3M | 114.6K t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 483 t |
| 2021 | $219K | 125 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $14.0M | 20.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $34.5M | 49.0K t |
Where Algeria imports railway rail from
Most of the value came from India (48%), China (17%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+909% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $46.2M | 48% |
| China | $16.7M | 17% |
| France | $14.9M | 16% |
| Turkey | $10.5M | 11% |
| Italy | $7.9M | 8.2% |
| Taiwan | $102K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.84 per kg, 27% below the world average of $1.15, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria railway rail imports (HS 7302.10): 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 7302.10: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material: rails.
Common questions
What is the value of railway rail imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported railway rail worth $96.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 114.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 189 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 498% on 2023.
Which countries supply railway rail to Algeria?
India was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($46.2 million), followed by China (17%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 909% on the year.
What is the average import price of railway rail per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.84 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $1.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of railway rail to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.5 million in 2017 to $96.3 million in 2024, an increase of 179%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $21.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for railway rail?
The HS code for railway rail is subheading 7302.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7302 page.
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