Control panel imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $143.2 million of control panel in 2024 (9.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 21% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $181.2 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 | $143.2M | 9.6K t |
| 2023 | $181.2M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $135.5M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $130.2M | 8.8K t |
| 2020 | $121.1M | 9.8K t |
| 2019 | $157.5M | 9.7K t |
| 2018 | $133.7M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $103.2M | 6.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports control panel from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Turkey (10%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $60.4M | 42% |
| Turkey | $13.7M | 9.6% |
| India | $12.5M | 8.7% |
| Italy | $9.5M | 6.6% |
| United States | $6.0M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $5.3M | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.4M | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $3.2M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.8M | 2% |
Product types under HS 8537
| 8537.10 | Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading… | 78% |
| 8537.20 | High voltage distribution panels | 22% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8537.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.98 per kg, 76% below the world average of $63.20, 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.
Control panel exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $1.9 million of control panel in 2024 (173 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (34%), Benin (16%), Gabon (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $630K | 34% |
| Benin | $294K | 16% |
| Gabon | $162K | 8.6% |
| Netherlands | $148K | 7.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $98K | 5.2% |
| South Africa | $82K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $81K | 4.3% |
| Niger | $77K | 4.1% |
| Tunisia | $68K | 3.6% |
| Senegal | $56K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria control panel imports (HS 8537): 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 8537: Boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, bases with apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 for electricity control and distribution, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517).
Common questions
What is the value of control panel imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported control panel worth $143.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply control panel to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($60.4 million), followed by Turkey (10%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 80% on the year.
What is the average import price of control panel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.98 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $63.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of control panel to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $103.2 million in 2017 to $143.2 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2023 at $181.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $138.2 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export control panel?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Benin and Gabon. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $141.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for control panel?
The HS code for control panel is heading 8537. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8537.10 (78% of the value) and 8537.20 (22%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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