Computer units (other types) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported computer units (other types) worth $5.5 million (162 tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $9.3 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 | $5.5M | 162 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 41 t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 85 t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 47 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 49 t |
| 2019 | $7.2M | 89 t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 59 t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 41 t |
Where Nigeria imports computer units (other types) from
Most of the value came from China (26%), United Kingdom (20%), Netherlands (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+306% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 26% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $713K | 13% |
| Thailand | $423K | 7.7% |
| Switzerland | $367K | 6.6% |
| United States | $289K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $153K | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $143K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $115K | 2.1% |
| Czech Republic | $102K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.11 per kg, 91% below the world average of $364.63, 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.
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The shipment records behind Nigeria computer units (other types) imports (HS 8471.80): 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 8471.80: Units of automatic data processing machines: n.e.c. in item no. 8471.50, 8471.60 or 8471.70.
Common questions
What is the value of computer units (other types) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported computer units (other types) worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 162 tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer units (other types) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (20%) and the Netherlands (13%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 306% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer units (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.11 per kg in 2024, 91% below the world average of $364.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of computer units (other types) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2017 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer units (other types)?
The HS code for computer units (other types) is subheading 8471.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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