Carbonate imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported carbonate worth $85.8 million (296.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $119.1 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 | $85.8M | 296.8K t |
| 2023 | $99.1M | 274.8K t |
| 2022 | $119.1M | 309.3K t |
| 2021 | $45.3M | 240.1K t |
| 2020 | $54.1M | 271.0K t |
| 2019 | $68.9M | 284.3K t |
| 2018 | $43.8M | 175.8K t |
| 2017 | $49.0M | 218.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports carbonate from
The largest suppliers were Bulgaria (26%), China (25%), Spain (24%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
Product types under HS 2836
| 2836.20 | Soda ash | 83% |
| 2836.50 | Calcium carbonate | 6% |
| 2836.99 | Carbonates (other) | 4.6% |
| 2836.30 | Sodium bicarbonate | 4.5% |
| 2836.40 | Potassium carbonate | 1.4% |
| 2836.60 | Barium carbonate | 1% |
| 2836.92 | Strontium carbonate | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2836.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, 36% below the world average of $0.45, 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.
Carbonate exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $234 thousand of carbonate in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $189K | 80% |
| Benin | $28K | 12% |
| Togo | $18K | 7.5% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria carbonate imports (HS 2836): 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 2836: Carbonates; peroxocarbonates (percarbonates); commercial ammonium carbonate containing ammonium carbamate.
Common questions
What is the value of carbonate imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported carbonate worth $85.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 296.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply carbonate to Nigeria?
Bulgaria was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($22.7 million), followed by China (25%) and Spain (24%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of carbonate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $0.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of carbonate to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $49.0 million in 2017 to $85.8 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. The peak was 2022 at $119.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $70.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export carbonate?
Yes. Nigeria exported $234 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Benin and Togo. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $85.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbonate?
The HS code for carbonate is heading 2836. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 2836.20 (83% of the value) and 2836.50 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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