Accumulator imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of accumulator by Nigeria reached $373.1 million in 2024 (60.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $373.1M | 60.0K t |
| 2023 | $340.6M | 59.7K t |
| 2022 | $335.0M | 55.3K t |
| 2021 | $296.3M | 86.7K t |
| 2020 | $250.7M | 93.7K t |
| 2019 | $151.6M | 35.9K t |
| 2018 | $146.0M | 28.2K t |
| 2017 | $122.9M | 27.7K t |
Where Nigeria imports accumulator from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $242.9M | 65% |
| India | $77.0M | 21% |
| South Africa | $16.0M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $13.8M | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $3.7M | 1% |
| Vietnam | $3.0M | 0.8% |
| United States | $2.5M | 0.7% |
| France | $2.2M | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $1.8M | 0.5% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 8507
| 8507.60 | Lithium-ion batteries | 62% |
| 8507.20 | Lead-acid traction batteries | 25% |
| 8507.10 | Lead-acid starter batteries | 7.2% |
| 8507.90 | Battery parts and separators | 3% |
| 8507.80 | Alternative chemistry batteries | 1.2% |
| 8507.30 | Nickel-cadmium batteries | 1% |
| 8507.50 | Nickel-metal hydride batteries | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8507.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.22 per kg, 52% below the world average of $13.09, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Accumulator exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported accumulator worth $4.1 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ghana accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $3.2M | 79% |
| Benin | $360K | 8.8% |
| Niger | $351K | 8.6% |
| China | $117K | 2.9% |
| Togo | $27K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.3% |
| United States | $6K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $2K | 0% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria accumulator imports (HS 8507): 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 8507: Electric accumulators, including separators therefor; whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of accumulator imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported accumulator worth $373.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 60.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply accumulator to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($242.9 million), followed by India (21%) and South Africa (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average import price of accumulator per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.22 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $13.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of accumulator to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $122.9 million in 2017 to $373.1 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $252.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export accumulator?
Yes. Nigeria exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Benin and Niger. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $369.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for accumulator?
The HS code for accumulator is heading 8507. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8507.60 (62% of the value) and 8507.20 (25%).
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