Crane trucks imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $14.0 million of crane trucks in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $14.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $9.7M | 1.6K t |
Where Nigeria imports crane trucks from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.1M | 86% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 7.2% |
| United States | $307K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $235K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $132K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $77K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $48K | 0.3% |
| Niger | $47K | 0.3% |
| Madagascar | $29K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $22K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.18 per kg, 32% below the world average of $4.69, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria crane trucks imports (HS 8705.10): 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 8705.10: Vehicles: crane lorries.
Common questions
What is the value of crane trucks imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported crane trucks worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane trucks to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($12.1 million), followed by South Korea (7%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.18 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $4.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of crane trucks to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.7 million in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2020 at $17.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for crane trucks?
The HS code for crane trucks is subheading 8705.10. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8705 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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