Aluminium rods imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported aluminium rods worth $67.4 million (25.2 thousand tonnes). That is 35% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $169.6 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 | $67.4M | 25.2K t |
| 2023 | $104.4M | 24.9K t |
| 2022 | $124.0M | 27.5K t |
| 2021 | $169.6M | 59.2K t |
| 2020 | $111.1M | 43.6K t |
| 2019 | $104.4M | 43.8K t |
| 2018 | $96.5M | 34.9K t |
| 2017 | $94.2M | 35.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports aluminium rods from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $61.3M | 91% |
| Turkey | $2.4M | 3.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Italy | $862K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $490K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $307K | 0.5% |
| India | $239K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $226K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $105K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $84K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 7604
| 7604.29 | Aluminium alloy rods | 80% |
| 7604.21 | Aluminium alloy hollow profiles | 19% |
| 7604.10 | Pure aluminium rods | 1.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7604.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, 45% below the world average of $4.88, 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.
Aluminium rods exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported aluminium rods worth $356 thousand (244 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Thailand accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $303K | 85% |
| Turkey | $30K | 8.4% |
| Niger | $15K | 4.1% |
| Angola | $6K | 1.6% |
| Benin | $3K | 0.7% |
| Togo | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria aluminium rods imports (HS 7604): 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 7604: Aluminium; bars, rods and profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium rods imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported aluminium rods worth $67.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium rods to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($61.3 million), followed by Turkey (4%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 799% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $4.88 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium rods to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $94.2 million in 2017 to $67.4 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2021 at $169.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $109.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export aluminium rods?
Yes. Nigeria exported $356 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, Turkey and Niger. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $67.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium rods?
The HS code for aluminium rods is heading 7604. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 7604.29 (80% of the value) and 7604.21 (19%).
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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