Coated steel sheets imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported coated steel sheets worth $266.7 million (230.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 3% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $349.7 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 | $266.7M | 230.2K t |
| 2023 | $258.7M | 175.6K t |
| 2022 | $303.6M | 210.8K t |
| 2021 | $349.7M | 279.8K t |
| 2020 | $264.7M | 269.5K t |
| 2019 | $222.4M | 227.1K t |
| 2018 | $229.4M | 218.0K t |
| 2017 | $184.7M | 233.7K t |
Where Nigeria imports coated steel sheets from
China alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+189% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $234.4M | 88% |
| Netherlands | $18.9M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 1.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.3M | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $967K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $941K | 0.4% |
| United States | $921K | 0.4% |
| India | $751K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $595K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 7210
| 7210.70 | Plastic-coated steel sheet | 53% |
| 7210.49 | Zinc-coated steel sheet | 17% |
| 7210.41 | Corrugated zinc-coated steel | 15% |
| 7210.50 | Chromium coated steel sheet | 4.5% |
| 7210.12 | Tin-plated steel sheet thin | 3.9% |
| 7210.61 | Aluminium-zinc alloy coated steel | 2.6% |
| 7210.90 | Other coated steel | 1.8% |
| 7210.11 | Tin-plated steel sheet thick | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7210.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, close to the world average of $0.99.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Coated steel sheets exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $330 thousand of coated steel sheets in 2024 (283 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Senegal accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $258K | 78% |
| Niger | $48K | 14% |
| Benin | $24K | 7.2% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria coated steel sheets imports (HS 7210): 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 7210: Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled products, width 600mm or more, clad, plated or coated.
Common questions
What is the value of coated steel sheets imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported coated steel sheets worth $266.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 230.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated steel sheets to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($234.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (7%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 560% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated steel sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coated steel sheets to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $184.7 million in 2017 to $266.7 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. The peak was 2021 at $349.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $260.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export coated steel sheets?
Yes. Nigeria exported $330 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Niger and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $266.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated steel sheets?
The HS code for coated steel sheets is heading 7210. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 7210.70 (53% of the value) and 7210.49 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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