Amphoteric surfactant imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported amphoteric surfactant worth $2.8 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.7 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 | $2.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 976 t |
| 2017 | $698K | 420 t |
Where Angola imports amphoteric surfactant from
The largest suppliers were China (22%), Egypt (18%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+872% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $620K | 22% |
| Egypt | $503K | 18% |
| United States | $340K | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $315K | 11% |
| Singapore | $224K | 8% |
| Portugal | $221K | 7.9% |
| Qatar | $145K | 5.2% |
| Indonesia | $99K | 3.6% |
| India | $74K | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $57K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, close to the world average of $1.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Amphoteric surfactant exports from Angola
Exports of amphoteric surfactant by Angola reached $982 thousand in 2024 (480 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+923% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $964K | 98% |
| Republic of the Congo | $18K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola amphoteric surfactant imports (HS 3402.19): 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 3402.19: Organic surface-active agents: whether or not put up for retail sale, n.e.c. in heading no. 3402.
Common questions
What is the value of amphoteric surfactant imported by Angola?
Angola imported amphoteric surfactant worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply amphoteric surfactant to Angola?
China was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($620 thousand), followed by Egypt (18%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 872% on the year.
What is the average import price of amphoteric surfactant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $1.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of amphoteric surfactant to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $698 thousand in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 299%. The peak was 2022 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Angola also export amphoteric surfactant?
Yes. Angola exported $982 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and the Republic of the Congo. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for amphoteric surfactant?
The HS code for amphoteric surfactant is subheading 3402.19. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Angola. Tell us your product to see it live.
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