Semiconductors imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported semiconductors worth $42.4 million (18.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 262% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $42.4M | 18.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 920 t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 878 t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.9M | 874 t |
Where Algeria imports semiconductors from
China alone supplied 85% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+394% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $36.3M | 86% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 5.2% |
| United States | $1.7M | 4% |
| France | $1.5M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $201K | 0.5% |
| Tunisia | $177K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $90K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $67K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $53K | 0.1% |
| Finland | $45K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8541
| 8541.40 | Solar cells and LED | 93% |
| 8541.29 | Power transistors | 5.2% |
| 8541.10 | Diodes | 1% |
| 8541.30 | Thyristors and triacs | 0.7% |
| 8541.21 | Low power transistors | 0.3% |
| 8541.90 | Semiconductor parts | 0.2% |
| 8541.60 | Piezo-electric crystals | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8541.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.27 per kg, 70% below the world average of $7.54, 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 semiconductors imports (HS 8541): 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 8541: Semiconductor devices (e.g. diodes, transistors, semiconductor based transducers); including photovoltaic cells assembled or not in modules or panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) assembled with other LEDs or not, mounted piezo-electric crystals.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductors imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported semiconductors worth $42.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 91st of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 262% on 2023.
Which countries supply semiconductors to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($36.3 million), followed by Italy (5%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 645% on the year.
What is the average import price of semiconductors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.27 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $7.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semiconductors to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.9 million in 2017 to $42.4 million in 2024, an increase of 137%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductors?
The HS code for semiconductors is heading 8541. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 8541.40 (93% of the value) and 8541.29 (5%).
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