Lifting and handling machinery (other) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported lifting and handling machinery (other) worth $16.1 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $16.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $13.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 1.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports lifting and handling machinery (other) from
The largest suppliers were Malaysia (41%), China (14%), Germany (7%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $6.6M | 41% |
| China | $2.3M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 6.7% |
| South Africa | $1.0M | 6.3% |
| India | $796K | 5% |
| Turkey | $666K | 4.1% |
| Egypt | $638K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $473K | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $471K | 2.9% |
| United States | $434K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.51 per kg, 36% below the world average of $13.32, 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.
Lifting and handling machinery (other) exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $884 thousand of lifting and handling machinery (other) in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Norway (40%), Angola (28%), Singapore (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+175% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $354K | 40% |
| Angola | $246K | 28% |
| Singapore | $205K | 23% |
| Bulgaria | $75K | 8.5% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria lifting and handling machinery (other) imports (HS 8428.90): 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 8428.90: Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery: n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426, 8427 or 8428.
Common questions
What is the value of lifting and handling machinery (other) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported lifting and handling machinery (other) worth $16.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply lifting and handling machinery (other) to Nigeria?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by China (14%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of lifting and handling machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.51 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $13.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of lifting and handling machinery (other) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $16.1 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export lifting and handling machinery (other)?
Yes. Nigeria exported $884 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, Angola and Singapore. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $15.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for lifting and handling machinery (other)?
The HS code for lifting and handling machinery (other) is subheading 8428.90. 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 8428 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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