Electric signalling apparatus (other) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported electric signalling apparatus (other) worth $5.0 million (170 tonnes). That is 216% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average.
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 | $5.0M | 170 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 49 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 43 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 85 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 55 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 13 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 9 t |
| 2017 | $772K | 9 t |
Where Nigeria imports electric signalling apparatus (other) from
One supplier dominates: Indonesia accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+300% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $3.5M | 69% |
| United States | $346K | 6.9% |
| China | $222K | 4.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $175K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $145K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $140K | 2.8% |
| France | $135K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $133K | 2.7% |
| Hungary | $80K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $37K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.65 per kg, 67% below the world average of $90.29, 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 electric signalling apparatus (other) imports (HS 8531.80): 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 8531.80: Signalling apparatus: electric, sound or visual, apparatus n.e.c. in heading no. 8531, excluding those of heading no. 8512 or 8530.
Common questions
What is the value of electric signalling apparatus (other) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported electric signalling apparatus (other) worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 170 tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 216% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric signalling apparatus (other) to Nigeria?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by the United States (7%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric signalling apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.65 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $90.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric signalling apparatus (other) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $772 thousand in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 552%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric signalling apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electric signalling apparatus (other) is subheading 8531.80. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8531 page.
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