Heavy helicopters imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $218.4 million of heavy helicopters in 2024 (37 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 88 countries. Value rose 114% on 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 75% 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 | $218.4M | 37 t |
| 2023 | $102.1M | 34 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 10 t |
| 2021 | $39.1M | 18 t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 3 t |
| 2019 | $19.8M | 9 t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 3 t |
Where Nigeria imports heavy helicopters from
Turkey alone supplied 86% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $187.1M | 86% |
| Germany | $17.0M | 7.8% |
| United Kingdom | $6.9M | 3.2% |
| Cambodia | $5.0M | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $1.9M | 0.9% |
| United States | $226K | 0.1% |
| France | $91K | 0% |
| Philippines | $25K | 0% |
| Denmark | $24K | 0% |
| Lithuania | $23K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5,854.88 per kg, 183% above the world average of $2,066.94. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 heavy helicopters imports (HS 8802.12): 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 8802.12: Helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy helicopters imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported heavy helicopters worth $218.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 88 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 114% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy helicopters to Nigeria?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($187.1 million), followed by Germany (8%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 629% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy helicopters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5,854.88 per kg in 2024, 183% above the world average of $2,066.94 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy helicopters to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2018 to $218.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $58.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy helicopters?
The HS code for heavy helicopters is subheading 8802.12. It sits in HS chapter 88 (aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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