Automatic control systems imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported automatic control systems worth $18.7 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $35.1 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 | $18.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $20.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $22.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $14.9M | 245 t |
| 2020 | $29.1M | 362 t |
| 2019 | $35.1M | 243 t |
| 2018 | $23.3M | 193 t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 87 t |
Where Nigeria imports automatic control systems from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), India (27%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.7M | 31% |
| India | $5.1M | 27% |
| United States | $1.9M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 8.2% |
| Germany | $812K | 4.3% |
| France | $597K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $541K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $536K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $468K | 2.5% |
| Austria | $283K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.36 per kg, 80% below the world average of $76.79, 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.
Automatic control systems exports from Nigeria
Exports of automatic control systems by Nigeria reached $4.1 million in 2024 (160 tonnes). Angola alone took 95% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $3.9M | 95% |
| United States | $138K | 3.4% |
| Norway | $11K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.3% |
| Benin | $11K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $10K | 0.2% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $3K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria automatic control systems imports (HS 9032.89): 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 9032.89: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, other than hydraulic or pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic control systems imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported automatic control systems worth $18.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic control systems to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by India (27%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 638% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic control systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.36 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $76.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of automatic control systems to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $18.7 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2019 at $35.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.7 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export automatic control systems?
Yes. Nigeria exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, the United States and Norway. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $14.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic control systems?
The HS code for automatic control systems is subheading 9032.89. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9032 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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