Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $16.3 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). That is 22% more 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 | $16.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $13.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $14.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $13.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $12.1M | 1.6K t |
Where Nigeria imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.3M | 51% |
| India | $1.3M | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 6.4% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 6.1% |
| Norway | $870K | 5.3% |
| United States | $747K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $704K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $481K | 3% |
| France | $330K | 2% |
| South Africa | $224K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.39 per kg, 88% below the world average of $35.57, 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 electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $16.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by India (8%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 255% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.39 per kg in 2024, 88% below the world average of $35.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.1 million in 2017 to $16.3 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. 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 8536 page.
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