Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $33.0 million of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) in 2024 (59.1 thousand tonnes). That is 21% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $59.1 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 | $33.0M | 59.1K t |
| 2023 | $41.9M | 77.4K t |
| 2022 | $50.1M | 114.0K t |
| 2021 | $59.1M | 179.4K t |
| 2020 | $38.2M | 131.7K t |
| 2019 | $36.6M | 118.7K t |
| 2018 | $32.4M | 113.3K t |
| 2017 | $30.7M | 106.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), Spain (35%), India (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.8M | 36% |
| Spain | $11.7M | 35% |
| India | $3.7M | 11% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 11% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $365K | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $360K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $190K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $60K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.56 per kg, close to the world average of $0.55.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $2.6 million of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). Niger alone took 92% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $2.4M | 92% |
| Benin | $91K | 3.5% |
| Togo | $74K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $24K | 0.9% |
| Mauritania | $20K | 0.8% |
| Burkina Faso | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imports (HS 6907.21): 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 6907.21: Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) worth $33.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by Spain (35%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 776% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.56 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.7 million in 2017 to $33.0 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $59.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.2 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
Yes. Nigeria exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Benin and Togo. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $30.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption)?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles (low absorption) is subheading 6907.21. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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