Gasoline engine parts imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gasoline engine parts by Nigeria reached $64.9 million in 2024 (14.5 thousand tonnes). That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $102.5 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 | $64.9M | 14.5K t |
| 2023 | $77.4M | 14.3K t |
| 2022 | $77.0M | 13.0K t |
| 2021 | $93.6M | 17.4K t |
| 2020 | $66.2M | 17.2K t |
| 2019 | $93.8M | 22.4K t |
| 2018 | $102.5M | 22.3K t |
| 2017 | $99.6M | 19.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports gasoline engine parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $48.7M | 75% |
| India | $4.7M | 7.2% |
| Japan | $4.2M | 6.5% |
| United States | $2.1M | 3.2% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $727K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $658K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $527K | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | $393K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $349K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.46 per kg, 69% below the world average of $14.18, 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.
Gasoline engine parts exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported gasoline engine parts worth $439 thousand (152 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Austria (43%), United States (20%), Mauritius (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $188K | 43% |
| United States | $88K | 20% |
| Mauritius | $67K | 15% |
| Belgium | $32K | 7.4% |
| Angola | $30K | 6.9% |
| South Africa | $19K | 4.2% |
| China | $7K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $4K | 1% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria gasoline engine parts imports (HS 8409.91): 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 8409.91: Engines: parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft).
Common questions
What is the value of gasoline engine parts imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported gasoline engine parts worth $64.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply gasoline engine parts to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($48.7 million), followed by India (7%) and Japan (7%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 273% on the year.
What is the average import price of gasoline engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.46 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $14.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gasoline engine parts to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $99.6 million in 2017 to $64.9 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2018 at $102.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $84.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export gasoline engine parts?
Yes. Nigeria exported $439 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, the United States and Mauritius. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $64.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for gasoline engine parts?
The HS code for gasoline engine parts is subheading 8409.91. 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 8409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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