Activated carbon imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported activated carbon worth $8.4 million (6.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 87% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $8.4M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 10.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.3M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 5.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports activated carbon from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+311% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.5M | 53% |
| United States | $1.6M | 20% |
| Germany | $567K | 6.8% |
| China | $561K | 6.7% |
| Malaysia | $268K | 3.2% |
| France | $181K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $171K | 2% |
| Italy | $146K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $114K | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $100K | 1.2% |
Product types under HS 3802
| 3802.10 | Carbon: activated | 72% |
| 3802.90 | Activated mineral | 28% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.35 per kg, 47% above the world average of $0.92. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Activated carbon exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $858 thousand of activated carbon in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $854K | 100% |
| Niger | $3K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria activated carbon imports (HS 3802): 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 3802: Activated carbon; activated natural mineral products; animal black, including spent animal black.
Common questions
What is the value of activated carbon imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported activated carbon worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply activated carbon to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by the United States (20%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 311% on the year.
What is the average import price of activated carbon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.35 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $0.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of activated carbon to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, an increase of 318%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export activated carbon?
Yes. Nigeria exported $858 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Niger and Angola. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for activated carbon?
The HS code for activated carbon is heading 3802. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 3802.10 (72% of the value) and 3802.90 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Nigeria reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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