Ethylene polymers (other) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ethylene polymers (other) by Nigeria reached $21.9 million in 2024 (14.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 35% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $45.4 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 | $21.9M | 14.9K t |
| 2023 | $33.8M | 15.2K t |
| 2022 | $45.4M | 17.6K t |
| 2021 | $32.3M | 16.2K t |
| 2020 | $22.5M | 13.4K t |
| 2019 | $17.6M | 11.2K t |
| 2018 | $15.1M | 11.1K t |
| 2017 | $7.7M | 4.5K t |
Where Nigeria imports ethylene polymers (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.7M | 81% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 6.6% |
| Israel | $657K | 3% |
| Singapore | $534K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $373K | 1.7% |
| India | $254K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $252K | 1.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $236K | 1.1% |
| Finland | $160K | 0.7% |
| United States | $69K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, close to the world average of $1.70.
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 ethylene polymers (other) imports (HS 3901.90): 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 3901.90: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene polymers (other) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported ethylene polymers (other) worth $21.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 199 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene polymers (other) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by the Czech Republic (7%) and Israel (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $1.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ethylene polymers (other) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.7 million in 2017 to $21.9 million in 2024, an increase of 185%. The peak was 2022 at $45.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene polymers (other)?
The HS code for ethylene polymers (other) is subheading 3901.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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