Ignition system imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported ignition system worth $20.1 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 16% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $34.8 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 | $20.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $23.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $26.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $34.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $20.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $24.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $27.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $28.4M | 1.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports ignition system from
China alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 55% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 8.8% |
| United States | $1.4M | 7% |
| India | $1.1M | 5.6% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 5.1% |
| Italy | $708K | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $549K | 2.7% |
| Slovenia | $412K | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $363K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $347K | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 8511
| 8511.10 | Spark plugs | 42% |
| 8511.40 | Starter motors | 17% |
| 8511.50 | Engine alternators and generators | 15% |
| 8511.90 | Ignition system parts | 12% |
| 8511.30 | Ignition coils and distributors | 8.1% |
| 8511.80 | Engine electrical components | 4.4% |
| 8511.20 | Ignition magnetos and flywheels | 2.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8511.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.01 per kg, 54% below the world average of $17.60, 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.
Ignition system exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported ignition system worth $827 thousand (155 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $650K | 79% |
| Mauritius | $47K | 5.7% |
| Belgium | $39K | 4.7% |
| United States | $36K | 4.3% |
| Angola | $24K | 2.9% |
| Kenya | $14K | 1.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $6K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.3% |
| Niger | $3K | 0.3% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria ignition system imports (HS 8511): 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 8511: Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition system imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported ignition system worth $20.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition system to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Germany (9%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 143% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition system per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.01 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $17.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ignition system to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.4 million in 2017 to $20.1 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2021 at $34.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.7 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export ignition system?
Yes. Nigeria exported $827 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Mauritius and Belgium. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $19.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition system?
The HS code for ignition system is heading 8511. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8511.10 (42% of the value) and 8511.40 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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