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Citric Acid for buyers in Algeria

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Citric Acid Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in Algeria

Algeria is Africa's largest country and a major oil and gas producer, with Sonatrach operating fields around Hassi Messaoud and processing complexes at Arzew and Skikda. Hurain Engitech & Trade supplies citric acid to Algeria — citric acid anhydrous and monohydrate for oil degumming, food and pharma.

Currency
Algerian dinar (DZD)
Main ports
Algiers, Oran, Annaba
Sea transit from Gujarat
14–22 days
Import taxes
Customs duty plus VAT under the national tariff
Our hours (local)
24×7 — three 8-hour shifts, every day, so the whole Algeria working day is covered
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Quick answer

Who is a reliable citric acid supplier and exporter for Algeria?

Hurain Engitech & Trade, based in Palanpur, Gujarat, manufactures, wholesales and exports citric acid to buyers in Algeria, including Béjaïa, Arzew, Skikda. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF Algiers with about 14–22 days sea transit and full export documents.

Why Algeria needs citric acid

Algeria is Africa's largest country and a major oil and gas producer, with Sonatrach operating fields around Hassi Messaoud and processing complexes at Arzew and Skikda. The state also funds large housing and cement programmes.

Caustic soda, phosphoric acid and citric acid are used continuously in oil neutralisation, degumming and many process industries.

Edible oil milling & refining in Algeria

Major refineries such as those at Béjaïa import refining consumables and packaging.

In Algeria, oilseed crushing mills and solvent extraction plants buy citric acid from us mainly for edible oil neutralisation and degumming and soap and detergent manufacturing.

Who buys citric acid: Oilseed crushing mills · Solvent extraction plants · Edible oil refineries · Oil packers

Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals in Algeria

Chemical and fertiliser plants in Algeria handle corrosive media, so they buy stainless and alloy piping, PTFE and graphite seals and lined valves, and ship finished product in HDPE drums and barrels.

In Algeria, petrochemical complexes and fertiliser plants buy citric acid from us mainly for food and beverage and pharmaceuticals.

Who buys citric acid: Petrochemical complexes · Fertiliser plants · Speciality chemical makers · Chemical distributors

FMCG, beverages & packaging in Algeria

Algeria's food, beverage and personal-care producers need packaging in volume — preforms, HDPE containers, glass jars and drums — with closures matched and supply planned around production runs.

In Algeria, beverage & water bottlers and food processors buy citric acid from us mainly for textile processing and water treatment.

Who buys citric acid: Beverage & water bottlers · Food processors · Personal-care brands · Chemical packers

Pharmaceuticals & healthcare in Algeria

Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical producers in Algeria need amber syrup bottles, dropper bottles, vials and HDPE medicine bottles in consistent quality, packed to prevent breakage in transit.

In Algeria, pharma manufacturers and nutraceutical brands buy citric acid from us mainly for edible oil neutralisation and degumming and soap and detergent manufacturing.

Who buys citric acid: Pharma manufacturers · Nutraceutical brands · Laboratories · Hospitals

Typical uses: Edible oil neutralisation and degumming · Soap and detergent manufacturing · Food and beverage · Pharmaceuticals · Textile processing · Water treatment.

Top 7 cities for citric acid in Algeria

Ranked by how closely each city's industries match the buyers of citric acid. Every city links to its own page with local delivery details.

  1. 01Citric Acid in Béjaïaport: BéjaïaPort with one of Africa's largest edible-oil refineries and sugar refining.Edible oil milling & refiningFMCG, beverages & packaging
  2. 02Citric Acid in Arzewport: ArzewLNG, refining and petrochemical complex on the western coast.Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals
  3. 03Citric Acid in Skikdaport: SkikdaRefinery, LNG and petrochemical hub on the eastern coast.Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals
  4. 04Citric Acid in Blidavia Algiers · 1 day by roadMitidja plain farming and food and pharmaceutical factories.FMCG, beverages & packagingPharmaceuticals & healthcare
  5. 05Citric Acid in Sétifvia Béjaïa · 1 day by roadMajor trading city with plastics, appliances and food industries.FMCG, beverages & packaging
  6. 06Citric Acid in Annabaport: AnnabaEl Hadjar steelworks, phosphate exports and fertiliser production.Chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals
  7. 07Citric Acid in Algiersport: AlgiersThe capital and main market, with housing programmes and a growing pharmaceutical industry.Pharmaceuticals & healthcare

Importing citric acid into Algeria: local guide

Practical facts for buyers in Algeria — working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan around.

WeekendFriday–Saturday
Our office hours in your time24×7 — three 8-hour shifts, every day, so the whole Algeria working day is covered
Country calling code+213 (our WhatsApp: +91 87809 43729)
Business languagesArabic, French, Tamazight; we correspond in English
CurrencyAlgerian dinar (DZD); quotations in USD
Trade agreement with IndiaNo India-specific trade agreement; standard (MFN) duty applies
Plan orders aroundRamadan and the Eid holidays (dates move about 11 days earlier each year), when working hours shorten and clearance can slow

Citric Acid specifications for Algeria

Typical specification range for refinery chemicals; exact values are confirmed per order and matched to Algeria's import requirements.

Caustic sodaFlakes / pearls, NaOH ≥ 98–99%
Citric acidAnhydrous and monohydrate, 99.5–100.5%
GradesIndustrial and food / pharma grade
Packing25 kg bags; jumbo bags; palletised

Standards: IS 252 (caustic soda), BP / USP / FCC (citric acid) or the standard your project specifies. Import rules change often; certificates of conformity and origin are commonly required, so confirm with your customs broker.

Price, duties & landed cost in Algeria

Quotation currencyUSD (EUR on request); you pay in Algerian dinar (DZD) through your bank
IncotermsEXW, FOB Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat), CFR or CIF Algiers
Import taxesCustoms duty plus VAT under the national tariff
Import conformityImport rules change often; certificates of conformity and origin are commonly required, so confirm with your customs broker.
Export documentsCommercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading; test certificates / COA where applicable
Payment50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders.

Packing for shipment to Algeria

Powders are packed in 25 kg laminated HDPE or paper bags with PE liners, or in 500–1000 kg jumbo bags, palletised and stretch-wrapped. Hazardous chemicals carry UN-approved packing, labels and DG declarations.

How to order

How to import citric acid into Algeria

  1. 01Share your requirement. Send product names, specifications or drawings, quantities, destination port and any required standards by form, email or WhatsApp.
  2. 02Receive a detailed quotation. We confirm specifications and reply with price (EXW, FOB, CFR or CIF), MOQ, packing, lead time and payment terms.
  3. 03Approve samples or drawings. Where needed we send samples, GA drawings or technical data sheets for approval before production.
  4. 04Production and sourcing. Your order is manufactured or sourced from qualified partner factories and tracked against the agreed schedule.
  5. 05Inspection and testing. Goods are checked for quantity, dimensions, finish and function; third-party inspection can be arranged on request.
  6. 06Export packing and documents. Goods are packed for sea or air freight and shipped with invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and bill of lading.

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FAQ

Citric Acid in Algeria — frequently asked questions

Do you export citric acid to Algeria?

Yes. Hurain Engitech & Trade manufactures, supplies and exports citric acid from India to importers, distributors and project buyers in Algeria, by sea (FCL or LCL) or by air, with full export documentation.

Which cities in Algeria do you deliver citric acid to?

We deliver anywhere in Algeria. The cities with the highest demand for citric acid are Béjaïa, Arzew, Skikda, Blida, Sétif, Annaba and Algiers, because of their edible oil milling & refining, fmcg, beverages & packaging, chemicals, fertilisers & petrochemicals industries.

How long does delivery of citric acid to Algeria take?

Indicative sea transit from Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat) to Algiers is about 14–22 days, plus production and inland time. The confirmed schedule is given in the quotation.

What does citric acid cost in Algeria?

Price depends on the size, grade, quantity and packing of the citric acid you need, so we quote per enquiry in USD, which your bank converts to Algerian dinar. Mixed-product containers usually lower the landed cost per item.

What import rules apply to citric acid in Algeria?

Customs duty plus VAT under the national tariff. Import rules change often; certificates of conformity and origin are commonly required, so confirm with your customs broker. Confirm the HS code and duty with your customs broker; we provide the invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and test certificates.

Is there a trade agreement between India and Algeria?

There is no India-specific trade agreement with Algeria, so standard (MFN) duty applies to citric acid. We supply a non-preferential certificate of origin with every shipment.

Can I combine citric acid with other products in one shipment to Algeria?

Yes. Citric Acid can be consolidated with other refinery chemicals and products from our other divisions in one FCL or LCL container with one set of documents.

Is caustic soda classified as dangerous goods?

Yes. Caustic soda is a corrosive (UN 1823, Class 8) and is shipped with the correct DG declaration, labelling and packing.

Which citric acid grade is used for oil degumming?

Both anhydrous and monohydrate citric acid are used; refineries usually dissolve it as a 30–50% solution for acid degumming.

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