Algeria-USA Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $4.32B total volume •Algeria surplus: $1.96B

AlgeriaUSA

$3.14B

Exports (2023)

USAAlgeria

$1.18B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.96B

Surplus for Algeria

Total Trade

$4.32B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Algeria and USA. Green line shows exports from Algeria, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Algeria-USA commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

AlgeriaUSA Exports

$3.14B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
62.0% top product
1Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$1.95B
62.0% of exports
2Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$530.77M
16.9% of exports
3Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling
$285.83M
9.1% of exports
4Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution
$231.61M
7.4% of exports
5Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$53.28M
1.7% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Algeria's export portfolio to USA demonstrates strategic specialization, with petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

USAAlgeria Imports

$1.18B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
16.0% concentration
1Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$188.89M
16.0% of imports
2Cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed
$137.50M
11.6% of imports
3Soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken
$129.13M
10.9% of imports
4Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms
$48.75M
4.1% of imports
5Heat exchange units: not used for domestic purposes
$46.73M
3.9% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Algeria's import pattern from USA reveals significant dependencyin aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Algeria demonstrates competitive strength in exportingpetroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils to USA, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $4.32B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Algeria-USA Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $4.32 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Algeria maintains a surplus of $1.96 billion
  • Export Focus: Algeria's primary exports include petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from USA include aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed, soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $4.32B represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Algeria leveraging its comparative advantages in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

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Comparative Advantage

Algeria's specialization in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oilscomplements USA's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $4.32B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $4.32B bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $4.32 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils and aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Algeria's trade surplus of $1.96 billion strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Algeria and USA represents a total trade volume of $4.32 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Algeria, with exports exceeding importsby $1.96 billion.

Export Strengths

Algeria's exports to USA total $3.14 billion, with competitive advantages in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, representing $1.95B or62.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from USA amount to $1.18 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, with Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg comprising16.0% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Algeria's competitive position in this bilateral relationship. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023