Alternative chemistry batteries imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $4.6 million of alternative chemistry batteries in 2024 (176 tonnes). That is 73% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $16.9 million.
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 | $4.6M | 176 t |
| 2023 | $16.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 184 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 81 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 74 t |
| 2018 | $7.8M | 614 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 105 t |
Where Nigeria imports alternative chemistry batteries from
Most of the value came from India (37%), China (31%), Norway (11%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+261% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.7M | 37% |
| China | $1.4M | 31% |
| Norway | $505K | 11% |
| Turkey | $423K | 9.2% |
| France | $322K | 7% |
| Indonesia | $45K | 1% |
| United States | $35K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $25K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $17K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.18 per kg, 136% above the world average of $11.10. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria alternative chemistry batteries imports (HS 8507.80): 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 8507.80: Electric accumulators: other than lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of alternative chemistry batteries imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported alternative chemistry batteries worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 176 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply alternative chemistry batteries to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by China (31%) and Norway (11%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 261% on the year.
What is the average import price of alternative chemistry batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.18 per kg in 2024, 136% above the world average of $11.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of alternative chemistry batteries to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 211%. The peak was 2023 at $16.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for alternative chemistry batteries?
The HS code for alternative chemistry batteries is subheading 8507.80. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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