Imidazole compounds (other) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of imidazole compounds (other) by Nigeria reached $5.1 million in 2024 (549 tonnes). Value fell 36% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $10.5 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 | $5.1M | 549 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 747 t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 589 t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 775 t |
| 2020 | $7.2M | 487 t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 887 t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 543 t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 647 t |
Where Nigeria imports imidazole compounds (other) from
China alone supplied 71% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 71% |
| India | $1.2M | 24% |
| Germany | $203K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $14K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $13K | 0.3% |
| United States | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.36 per kg, 71% below the world average of $31.88, 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 imidazole compounds (other) imports (HS 2933.29): 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 2933.29: Heterocyclic compounds: with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, other than hydantoin and its derivatives.
Common questions
What is the value of imidazole compounds (other) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported imidazole compounds (other) worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 549 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply imidazole compounds (other) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by India (24%) and Germany (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of imidazole compounds (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.36 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $31.88 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of imidazole compounds (other) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2021 at $10.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for imidazole compounds (other)?
The HS code for imidazole compounds (other) is subheading 2933.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2933 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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