Cement and concrete imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported cement and concrete worth $7.1 million (13.4 thousand tonnes). That is 62% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $18.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.1M | 13.4K t |
| 2023 | $18.5M | 42.4K t |
| 2022 | $10.6M | 12.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 10.2K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 11.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 17.3K t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 25.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 4.6K t |
Where Nigeria imports cement and concrete from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.1M | 71% |
| Egypt | $408K | 5.7% |
| South Africa | $388K | 5.5% |
| Bulgaria | $287K | 4% |
| Portugal | $259K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $172K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $142K | 2% |
| Germany | $111K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $53K | 0.7% |
| Benin | $44K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 6810
| 6810.19 | Concrete tiles and pavers | 34% |
| 6810.99 | Concrete products (other) | 28% |
| 6810.91 | Prefabricated concrete elements | 24% |
| 6810.11 | Concrete blocks | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6810.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 23% above the world average of $0.43. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 cement and concrete imports (HS 6810): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 6810: Cement, concrete or artificial stone; whether or not reinforced, articles thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of cement and concrete imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported cement and concrete worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply cement and concrete to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Egypt (6%) and South Africa (5%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 341% on the year.
What is the average import price of cement and concrete per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $0.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cement and concrete to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. The peak was 2023 at $18.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cement and concrete?
The HS code for cement and concrete is heading 6810. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 6810.19 (34% of the value) and 6810.99 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Nigeria reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
World cement and concrete trade: top importers and exporters
Cement and concrete product types in Nigeria
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.