Catalyst imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of catalyst by Nigeria reached $29.0 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 29% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $118.7 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 | $29.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $40.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $118.7M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $20.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $23.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 850 t |
Where Nigeria imports catalyst from
The largest suppliers were United States (48%), South Africa (21%), China (6%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+214% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $13.8M | 48% |
| South Africa | $6.2M | 21% |
| China | $1.8M | 6.3% |
| France | $1.7M | 5.8% |
| Denmark | $1.4M | 4.8% |
| India | $1.3M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $858K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $575K | 2% |
| Germany | $549K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $273K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 3815
| 3815.90 | Unsupported catalysts | 42% |
| 3815.12 | Precious metal catalysts | 41% |
| 3815.11 | Nickel catalysts | 9.5% |
| 3815.19 | Supported catalysts (other metals) | 7.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3815.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.19 per kg, 60% below the world average of $15.63, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria catalyst imports (HS 3815): 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 3815: Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of catalyst imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported catalyst worth $29.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 207 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply catalyst to Nigeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by South Africa (21%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 214% on the year.
What is the average import price of catalyst per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.19 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $15.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of catalyst to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $29.0 million in 2024, an increase of 367%. The peak was 2022 at $118.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for catalyst?
The HS code for catalyst is heading 3815. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 3815.90 (42% of the value) and 3815.12 (41%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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