Liquefied petroleum gas (other) exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
Nigeria exported $410.3 million of liquefied petroleum gas (other) in 2024 (155.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 116 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 51% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $410.3M | 155.4K t |
| 2023 | $272.2M | 197.3K t |
| 2022 | $91.3M | 124.7K t |
| 2021 | $47.1M | 74.7K t |
| 2020 | $49.8M | 126.1K t |
| 2019 | $28.0M | 60.6K t |
| 2018 | $19.4M | 31.0K t |
| 2017 | $47.3M | 106.2K t |
Where Nigeria exports liquefied petroleum gas (other) to
Most of it went to China (34%), Netherlands (27%), Turkey (12%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+370% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $137.5M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $110.8M | 27% |
| Turkey | $50.1M | 12% |
| Philippines | $45.6M | 11% |
| Togo | $24.2M | 5.9% |
| United States | $21.2M | 5.2% |
| Portugal | $11.5M | 2.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $7.3M | 1.8% |
| France | $2.0M | 0.5% |
| Niger | $51K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.64 per kg, 294% above the world average of $0.67. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Liquefied petroleum gas (other) imports to Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria imported liquefied petroleum gas (other) worth $162.9 million (4 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. United States alone supplied 76% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $123.8M | 76% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $24.2M | 15% |
| Ghana | $9.2M | 5.7% |
| Togo | $5.6M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $20K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria liquefied petroleum gas (other) exports (HS 2711.19): 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 2711.19: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711.
Common questions
What is the value of liquefied petroleum gas (other) exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported liquefied petroleum gas (other) worth $410.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 155.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 116 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy liquefied petroleum gas (other) from Nigeria?
China was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($137.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (27%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 370% on the year.
What is the average export price of liquefied petroleum gas (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.64 per kg in 2024, 294% above the world average of $0.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of liquefied petroleum gas (other) from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $47.3 million in 2017 to $410.3 million in 2024, an increase of 768%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $120.7 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import liquefied petroleum gas (other)?
Yes. Nigeria imported $162.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Equatorial Guinea and Ghana. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $247.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for liquefied petroleum gas (other)?
The HS code for liquefied petroleum gas (other) is subheading 2711.19. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2711 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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