Steel wire mesh imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported steel wire mesh worth $7.1 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $18.5 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 | $7.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 10.1K t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 6.1K t |
Where Algeria imports steel wire mesh from
Most of the value came from China (38%), France (32%), Italy (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 38% |
| France | $2.3M | 32% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 17% |
| Belgium | $448K | 6.3% |
| Turkey | $193K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $133K | 1.9% |
| Tunisia | $51K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $31K | 0.4% |
| India | $20K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $16K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 7314
| 7314.50 | Expanded metal | 29% |
| 7314.41 | Zinc-coated steel netting | 17% |
| 7314.20 | Coarse steel mesh | 11% |
| 7314.39 | Uncoated steel wire mesh | 9.2% |
| 7314.14 | Stainless steel mesh | 9.1% |
| 7314.49 | Coated steel netting (other) | 7.6% |
| 7314.19 | Iron or steel: woven cloth, other than of stainless steel | 7% |
| 7314.31 | Zinc-coated welded mesh | 6.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7314.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, 72% above the world average of $1.53. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel wire mesh exports from Algeria
Exports of steel wire mesh by Algeria reached $1.1 million in 2024 (758 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Portugal (48%), Tunisia (43%), Belgium (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Algeria steel wire mesh imports (HS 7314): 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 7314: Cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel wire mesh imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported steel wire mesh worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel wire mesh to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by France (32%) and Italy (17%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 544% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel wire mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, 72% above the world average of $1.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel wire mesh to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, a fall of 50%. The peak was 2020 at $18.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.8 million a year.
Does Algeria also export steel wire mesh?
Yes. Algeria exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Portugal, Tunisia and Belgium. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel wire mesh?
The HS code for steel wire mesh is heading 7314. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 7314.50 (29% of the value) and 7314.41 (17%).
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