Import of chemicals.
Free activity · CNRC 432101 · Import for Resale
Activity contents
- Import of organic and inorganic chemicals;
- Importation of photographic or cinematographic products (emulsion for surface sensitization and others);
- Importation of various products from the chemical industries (tar, preparation for metal stripping, antifreeze preparation).
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and the timelines announced by the administrations
Step 1: Choose the right legal form
The activity "Import of chemicals." is free, no prior licence needed. Choose between auto-entrepreneur (ANAE, 5M DZD/year cap for services), sole-trader, single-member LLC (EURL) or LLC (SARL) depending on your project and number of partners.
Day 1
Step 2: CNRC registration
For SARL/EURL: notarised articles + share capital. For sole trader or auto-entrepreneur: simplified file. In every case, request the company name then the Trade Register extract from CNRC.
3 days, décret 23-169
Step 3: Tax and social registrations
Tax ID (NIF), social ID (NIS for manager), CNAS affiliation if employees, tax card. You can immediately operate "Import of chemicals." in Algeria without any further ministry-level step.
Through the portal
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Import of chemicals." in Algeria?
Choose your legal form (SARL/EURL/Auto-Entrepreneur), file the company name + articles at CNRC, obtain the NIF, NIS, CNAS affiliation if hiring, and tax card. What UpGrowth Connect guarantees: a firm quote within 48 hours, a price locked by contract with no hidden fees, one point of contact from filing to collection, and a WhatsApp reply within 4 working hours. Processing times belong to the administrations. We do not promise them. We file a complete dossier the first time and tell you exactly where yours stands at every step.
How much does it cost to incorporate for code 432101?
About 75 000 DZD all-in for a sole proprietorship, or 118 610 DZD excluding share capital for a SARL/EURL, whose capital is set freely by the partners in the articles of association since loi n° 15-20 of 30 December 2015. UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees. Optional Birkhadem domiciliation: +150 000 DZD / 12 months.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Import of chemicals.?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Import of chemicals.", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with the competent authority.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 432101?
This activity has no specific supervisory authority beyond CNRC, Trade Register registration is sufficient.
Is the activity "Import of chemicals." regulated in Algeria?
No, Import of chemicals. (CNRC code 432101) is classified FREE. Operable after simple CNRC registration, no prior ministerial licence.
Other codes in the same group
- Import of dangerous materials and chemicals. (432102)
- Import of different types of adhesives intended for all purposes (432103)
- Importation of ethyl alcohol (regulated activity) (432104)
- Import of fertilizers. (432201)
- Import of special cleaning and maintenance products (432301)
- Import of special caustic and anti-rust products. (432302)
- Import of special coating products. (432303)
- Import of special products intended for the education and recreation of children. (432304)
- Import of special products intended for education (432305)
- Import of special ceramic and plastic tableware. (432306)