Air and gas compressors (other) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $115.1 million (7.0 thousand tonnes). That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $115.1M | 7.0K t |
| 2023 | $104.1M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $65.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $48.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $107.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $142.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2018 | $56.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $52.1M | 2.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports air and gas compressors (other) from
The largest suppliers were United States (26%), China (23%), Japan (17%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+753% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.9M | 26% |
| China | $26.0M | 23% |
| Japan | $19.6M | 17% |
| Romania | $8.3M | 7.2% |
| India | $6.8M | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | $6.4M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $5.0M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $3.0M | 2.6% |
| Argentina | $2.4M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.55 per kg, close to the world average of $20.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air and gas compressors (other) exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $770 thousand of air and gas compressors (other) in 2024 (114 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $591K | 77% |
| South Africa | $57K | 7.4% |
| Benin | $43K | 5.6% |
| United States | $33K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $21K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 1.1% |
| Senegal | $7K | 0.9% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.5% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 0.5% |
| Mauritius | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria air and gas compressors (other) imports (HS 8414.80): 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 8414.80: Pumps and compressors: for air, vacuum or gas, n.e.c. in heading no. 8414.
Common questions
What is the value of air and gas compressors (other) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported air and gas compressors (other) worth $115.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply air and gas compressors (other) to Nigeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($29.9 million), followed by China (23%) and Japan (17%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 753% on the year.
What is the average import price of air and gas compressors (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.55 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $20.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air and gas compressors (other) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.1 million in 2017 to $115.1 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. The peak was 2019 at $142.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $86.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export air and gas compressors (other)?
Yes. Nigeria exported $770 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, South Africa and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $114.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for air and gas compressors (other)?
The HS code for air and gas compressors (other) is subheading 8414.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8414 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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