Injection molding machines imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported injection molding machines worth $34.0 million (8.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 24% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $44.6 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 | $34.0M | 8.5K t |
| 2023 | $44.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $42.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2021 | $42.9M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $27.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $34.2M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $36.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $17.4M | 1.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports injection molding machines from
China alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.2M | 77% |
| Taiwan | $2.3M | 6.8% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 4.7% |
| India | $1.5M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 3.7% |
| Poland | $381K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $310K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $158K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $96K | 0.3% |
| France | $54K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.02 per kg, 47% below the world average of $7.52, 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.
Injection molding machines exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported injection molding machines worth $1.5 million (59 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $1.5M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria injection molding machines imports (HS 8477.10): 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 8477.10: Machinery: injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of injection molding machines imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported injection molding machines worth $34.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 176 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply injection molding machines to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($26.2 million), followed by Taiwan (7%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average import price of injection molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.02 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $7.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of injection molding machines to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.4 million in 2017 to $34.0 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2023 at $44.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.9 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export injection molding machines?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $32.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for injection molding machines?
The HS code for injection molding machines is subheading 8477.10. 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 8477 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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