Aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel worth $7.0 million (7.9 thousand tonnes). That is 43% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.4 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 | $7.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $12.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2022 | $11.1M | 8.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 8.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 3.5K t |
Where Nigeria imports aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.8M | 97% |
| South Korea | $248K | 3.5% |
| Egypt | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.88 per kg, close to the world average of $0.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel exports from Nigeria
Exports of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel by Nigeria reached $286 thousand in 2024 (238 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Senegal accounted for 90% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $258K | 90% |
| Niger | $29K | 9.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel imports (HS 7210.61): 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 7210.61: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with aluminium zinc-alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 190 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by South Korea (4%) and Egypt (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.88 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 127%. The peak was 2023 at $12.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.1 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel?
Yes. Nigeria exported $286 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal and Niger. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel?
The HS code for aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel is subheading 7210.61. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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