Synthetic monofilament imports in Algeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Algeria imported synthetic monofilament worth $3.5 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 40% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.0 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 | $3.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 386 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 418 t |
| 2019 | $858K | 206 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 283 t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 1.3K t |
Where Algeria imports synthetic monofilament from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 74% |
| Saudi Arabia | $382K | 11% |
| Turkey | $296K | 8.6% |
| Japan | $77K | 2.2% |
| India | $43K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $34K | 1% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $20K | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $13K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $9K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 5404
| 5404.90 | Synthetic monofilament strip | 71% |
| 5404.19 | Synthetic monofilament (other) | 22% |
| 5404.11 | Elastomeric monofilament | 7.5% |
| 5404.12 | Polypropylene monofilament | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5404.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.66 per kg, 52% below the world average of $5.52, 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 monofilament exports from Algeria
Exports of synthetic monofilament by Algeria reached $1.6 million in 2024 (619 tonnes). Most of it went to Morocco (45%), Tunisia (36%), Italy (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Algeria?
The shipment records behind Algeria synthetic monofilament imports (HS 5404): 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 5404: Synthetic monofilament of 67 decitex or more, of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm; strip and the like (e.g. artificial straw) of synthetic textile materials of an apparent width not exceeding 5mm.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic monofilament imported by Algeria?
Algeria imported synthetic monofilament worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 203 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic monofilament to Algeria?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (11%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 836% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic monofilament per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.66 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $5.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic monofilament to Algeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $9.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does Algeria also export synthetic monofilament?
Yes. Algeria exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Tunisia and Italy. On balance Algeria is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic monofilament?
The HS code for synthetic monofilament is heading 5404. In Algeria the largest six-digit codes were 5404.90 (71% of the value) and 5404.19 (21%).
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