Magnesite refractory bricks imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported magnesite refractory bricks worth $15.8 million (14.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 32% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $22.5 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 | $15.8M | 14.5K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 9.1K t |
| 2022 | $22.5M | 18.6K t |
| 2021 | $16.6M | 22.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.6M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $17.7M | 14.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 10.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports magnesite refractory bricks from
Most of the value came from Germany (30%), Thailand (28%), China (27%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+337% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.7M | 30% |
| Thailand | $4.5M | 28% |
| China | $4.2M | 27% |
| Austria | $2.2M | 14% |
| France | $116K | 0.7% |
| United States | $92K | 0.6% |
| India | $38K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $12K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.09 per kg, close to the world average of $1.16.
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 magnesite refractory bricks imports (HS 6902.10): 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 6902.10: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: containing by weight, singly or together, more than 50% of the elements Mg, Ca or Cr, expressed as MgO, CaO or Cr2o3.
Common questions
What is the value of magnesite refractory bricks imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported magnesite refractory bricks worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnesite refractory bricks to Nigeria?
Germany was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Thailand (28%) and China (27%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 337% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnesite refractory bricks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.09 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $1.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of magnesite refractory bricks to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2022 at $22.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnesite refractory bricks?
The HS code for magnesite refractory bricks is subheading 6902.10. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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