Hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) by Nigeria reached $15.2 million in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 122 countries. Value rose 35% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 185% 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 | $15.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $11.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $96K | 59 t |
| 2020 | $552K | 126 t |
| 2019 | $339K | 24 t |
| 2018 | $459K | 28 t |
| 2017 | $10K | 3 t |
Where Nigeria imports hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) from
Japan alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $9.7M | 64% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.1M | 21% |
| China | $376K | 2.5% |
| Australia | $313K | 2.1% |
| Greece | $310K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $251K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $232K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $199K | 1.3% |
| United States | $131K | 0.9% |
| India | $117K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.74 per kg, 69% below the world average of $12.02, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) imports (HS 8702.30): 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 8702.30: Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, new or used.
Common questions
What is the value of hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 122 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) to Nigeria?
Japan was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (20%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.74 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $12.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10 thousand in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for hybrid diesel-electric buses (used)?
The HS code for hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) is subheading 8702.30. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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