Light helicopters imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported light helicopters worth $40.4 million (56 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 2293% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% 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 | $40.4M | 56 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 3 t |
| 2022 | $215K | 3 t |
| 2021 | $438K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 1 t |
| 2019 | $56K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 4 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 5 t |
Where Nigeria imports light helicopters from
Cambodia alone supplied 67% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cambodia | $27.1M | 67% |
| Romania | $7.1M | 18% |
| China | $2.3M | 5.6% |
| South Africa | $1.9M | 4.7% |
| France | $1.0M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $717.86 per kg, 31% below the world average of $1,047.11, 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 light helicopters imports (HS 8802.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 8802.11: Helicopters: of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg.
Common questions
What is the value of light helicopters imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported light helicopters worth $40.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 56 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 125 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports.
Which countries supply light helicopters to Nigeria?
Cambodia was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($27.1 million), followed by Romania (18%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of light helicopters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $717.86 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $1,047.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light helicopters to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $40.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for light helicopters?
The HS code for light helicopters is subheading 8802.11. It sits in HS chapter 88 (aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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