Body parts and accessories imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported body parts and accessories worth $74.2 million (65.5 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $74.2M | 65.5K t |
| 2023 | $62.6M | 28.6K t |
| 2022 | $62.6M | 28.1K t |
| 2021 | $77.6M | 19.1K t |
| 2020 | $68.3M | 18.6K t |
| 2019 | $31.1M | 12.1K t |
| 2018 | $28.4M | 13.3K t |
| 2017 | $35.3M | 12.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports body parts and accessories from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $61.5M | 83% |
| Japan | $5.4M | 7.3% |
| Singapore | $889K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $808K | 1.1% |
| United States | $776K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $502K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $435K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $416K | 0.6% |
| India | $381K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $299K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, 88% below the world average of $9.33, 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.
Body parts and accessories exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $339 thousand of body parts and accessories in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Burkina Faso alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $246K | 73% |
| Niger | $64K | 19% |
| Gambia | $12K | 3.6% |
| Senegal | $8K | 2.4% |
| Angola | $4K | 1.2% |
| Benin | $3K | 0.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $1K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.1% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria body parts and accessories imports (HS 8708.29): 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 8708.29: Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts.
Common questions
What is the value of body parts and accessories imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported body parts and accessories worth $74.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply body parts and accessories to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($61.5 million), followed by Japan (7%) and Singapore (1%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 207% on the year.
What is the average import price of body parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 88% below the world average of $9.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of body parts and accessories to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.3 million in 2017 to $74.2 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. The peak was 2021 at $77.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export body parts and accessories?
Yes. Nigeria exported $339 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Burkina Faso, Niger and the Gambia. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $73.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for body parts and accessories?
The HS code for body parts and accessories is subheading 8708.29. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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