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Algeria: Market for Dried Or Smoked Fish 2025

Market Size for Dried Or Smoked Fish in Algeria

The Algerian dried or smoked fish market was estimated at $X in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Dried Or Smoked Fish in Algeria

In value terms, dried or smoked fish production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -0.4% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 47%. Dried or smoked fish production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Dried Or Smoked Fish

Exports from Algeria

In 2021, overseas shipments of dried or smoked fish decreased by -15.7% to X tons, falling for the fifth consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, dried or smoked fish exports shrank to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 6.6% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tunisia (X tons) was the main destination for dried or smoked fish exports from Algeria, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Tunisia stood at +80.3%.

In value terms, Tunisia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for dried or smoked fish exports from Algeria.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Tunisia amounted to +89.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average dried or smoked fish export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 5.2% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +9.7% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, dried or smoked fish export price increased by +40.4% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 89% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Tunisia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tunisia amounted to +5.2% per year.

Imports of Dried Or Smoked Fish

Imports into Algeria

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of dried or smoked fish increased by 298% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a perceptible decrease. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, dried or smoked fish imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a noticeable increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of dried or smoked fish imports to Algeria, with a combined 50% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for France (with a CAGR of +31.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest dried or smoked fish suppliers to Algeria were France ($X), Morocco ($X) and Spain ($X), together accounting for 48% of total imports.

Spain, with a CAGR of +28.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average dried or smoked fish import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, waning by -6.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the price for the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (+29.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dried or smoked fish in the world?

The country with the largest volume of dried or smoked fish consumption was Iceland, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, dried or smoked fish consumption in Iceland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 3.3% share.

What are the largest producers of dried or smoked fish in the world?

Iceland constituted the country with the largest volume of dried or smoked fish production, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, dried or smoked fish production in Iceland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, more than tenfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of dried or smoked fish to Algeria?

In value terms, Morocco, Spain and France appeared to be the largest dried or smoked fish suppliers to Algeria, with a combined 73% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for dried or smoked fish in Algeria?

In 2020, the average dried or smoked fish export price amounted to $2,141 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for dried or smoked fish in Algeria?

The average dried or smoked fish import price stood at $8,152 per ton in 2020, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for dried or smoked fish in Algeria. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10202100 - Fish fillets, dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked
Prodcom 10202350 - Dried fish, whether or not salted, fish, salted but not dried, fish in brine (excluding fillets, smoked, heads, tails and maws)
Prodcom 10202425 - Smoked Pacific, Atlantic and Danube salmon (including fillets, e xcluding heads, tails and maws)
Prodcom 10202455 - Smoked herrings (including fillets, excluding heads, tails and maws)
Prodcom 10202485 - Smoked fish (excluding herrings, Pacific, Atlantic and Danube salmon), including fillets, excluding head, tails and maws
Prodcom 10202200 - Flours, meals and pellets of fish, fit for human consumption, f ish livers and roes, dried, smoked, salted or in brine

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Algeria
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024