Anionic surfactant imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of anionic surfactant by Angola reached $12.7 million in 2024 (8.8 thousand tonnes). That is 45% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.3 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 | $12.7M | 8.8K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $16.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $9.4M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 2.4K t |
Where Angola imports anionic surfactant from
Most of the value came from Qatar (39%), Egypt (22%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+846% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $5.0M | 39% |
| Egypt | $2.8M | 22% |
| China | $1.5M | 12% |
| India | $1.1M | 8.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $886K | 7% |
| South Korea | $445K | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $421K | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $192K | 1.5% |
| United States | $81K | 0.6% |
| Senegal | $72K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.43 per kg, close to the world average of $1.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Anionic surfactant exports from Angola
In 2024, Angola exported anionic surfactant worth $548 thousand (262 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Republic of the Congo accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of the Congo | $528K | 97% |
| DR Congo | $13K | 2.4% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $5K | 0.9% |
| Ghana | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola anionic surfactant imports (HS 3402.11): 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 3402.11: Organic surface-active agents: anionic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of anionic surfactant imported by Angola?
Angola imported anionic surfactant worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply anionic surfactant to Angola?
Qatar was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Egypt (22%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 846% on the year.
What is the average import price of anionic surfactant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.43 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of anionic surfactant to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024, an increase of 321%. The peak was 2022 at $16.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does Angola also export anionic surfactant?
Yes. Angola exported $548 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Republic of the Congo, the DR Congo and Equatorial Guinea. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for anionic surfactant?
The HS code for anionic surfactant is subheading 3402.11. 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?
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