Laboratory and agricultural ceramics imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of laboratory and agricultural ceramics by Nigeria reached $7.4 million in 2024 (10.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 50% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $14.9 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 | $7.4M | 10.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 16.3K t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 12.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.8M | 24.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 14.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 10.7K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 11.5K t |
Where Nigeria imports laboratory and agricultural ceramics from
China alone supplied 89% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.6M | 89% |
| Germany | $254K | 3.4% |
| United States | $212K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $92K | 1.2% |
| India | $77K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $57K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $36K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $34K | 0.5% |
| Austria | $28K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $28K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 6909
| 6909.19 | Technical ceramic laboratory wares | 45% |
| 6909.12 | High-hardness technical ceramics | 41% |
| 6909.11 | Porcelain laboratory wares | 7.1% |
| 6909.90 | Ceramic pots and agricultural receptacles | 7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6909.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.69 per kg, 94% below the world average of $12.10, 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.
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The shipment records behind Nigeria laboratory and agricultural ceramics imports (HS 6909): 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 6909: Ceramic ware for laboratory, chemical, other technical uses; ceramic troughs, tubs, similar receptacles used in agriculture; ceramic pots, jars and similar used in the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of laboratory and agricultural ceramics imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported laboratory and agricultural ceramics worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply laboratory and agricultural ceramics to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Germany (3%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 332% on the year.
What is the average import price of laboratory and agricultural ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024, 94% below the world average of $12.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of laboratory and agricultural ceramics to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. The peak was 2023 at $14.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for laboratory and agricultural ceramics?
The HS code for laboratory and agricultural ceramics is heading 6909. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 6909.19 (45% of the value) and 6909.12 (41%).
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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