Excavators with rotating superstructure imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of excavators with rotating superstructure by Nigeria reached $77.9 million in 2024 (24.6 thousand tonnes). That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $77.9M | 24.6K t |
| 2023 | $92.2M | 16.4K t |
| 2022 | $62.1M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $77.2M | 22.7K t |
| 2020 | $53.1M | 15.7K t |
| 2019 | $57.6M | 16.7K t |
| 2018 | $41.8M | 11.4K t |
| 2017 | $27.0M | 8.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports excavators with rotating superstructure from
China alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+346% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $59.0M | 76% |
| South Korea | $3.9M | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $2.6M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 2.6% |
| India | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $1.7M | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $843K | 1.1% |
| France | $835K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $491K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.16 per kg, 36% below the world average of $4.97, 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.
Excavators with rotating superstructure exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $202 thousand (231 tonnes). Benin alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $202K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria excavators with rotating superstructure imports (HS 8429.52): 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 8429.52: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure.
Common questions
What is the value of excavators with rotating superstructure imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $77.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply excavators with rotating superstructure to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($59.0 million), followed by South Korea (5%) and Belgium (3%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 419% on the year.
What is the average import price of excavators with rotating superstructure per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.16 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $4.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of excavators with rotating superstructure to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.0 million in 2017 to $77.9 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. The peak was 2023 at $92.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $61.1 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export excavators with rotating superstructure?
Yes. Nigeria exported $202 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $77.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure?
The HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure is subheading 8429.52. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8429 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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