Synthetic filament fabric imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported synthetic filament fabric worth $365.7 million (92.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $365.7M | 92.5K t |
| 2023 | $341.7M | 78.8K t |
| 2022 | $237.5M | 55.5K t |
| 2021 | $165.1M | 43.1K t |
| 2020 | $140.1M | 41.5K t |
| 2019 | $150.5M | 38.5K t |
| 2018 | $150.5M | 37.5K t |
| 2017 | $106.3M | 30.4K t |
Where Algeria imports synthetic filament fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $300.3M | 82% |
| Egypt | $47.8M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.2M | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $3.3M | 0.9% |
| India | $3.3M | 0.9% |
| France | $2.5M | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $760K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $728K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $611K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $573K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 5407
| 5407.52 | Textured polyester fabric (dyed) | 57% |
| 5407.54 | Printed textured polyester fabric | 16% |
| 5407.10 | High-tenacity synthetic fabric | 8.3% |
| 5407.61 | Smooth polyester fabric | 7.2% |
| 5407.53 | Multi-color textured polyester fabric | 3.1% |
| 5407.20 | Synthetic strip fabric | 2.7% |
| 5407.51 | Textured polyester fabric (natural) | 1.1% |
| 5407.69 | Polyester blend fabric (smooth) | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5407.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.95 per kg, 30% below the world average of $5.62, 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.
Synthetic filament fabric exports from Algeria
Algeria exported $222 thousand of synthetic filament fabric in 2024 (1 tonnes). Cote d'Ivoire alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $222K | 100% |
| Tunisia | $0K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $0K | 0.2% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria synthetic filament fabric imports (HS 5407): 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 5407: Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament fabric imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported synthetic filament fabric worth $365.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 92.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament fabric to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($300.3 million), followed by Egypt (13%) and Saudi Arabia (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.95 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $5.62 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic filament fabric to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $106.3 million in 2017 to $365.7 million in 2024, an increase of 244%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $207.2 million a year.
Does Algeria also export synthetic filament fabric?
Yes. Algeria exported $222 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Tunisia and Spain. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $365.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament fabric?
The HS code for synthetic filament fabric is heading 5407. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 5407.52 (57% of the value) and 5407.54 (16%).
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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