MDF (3–5 mm) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $17.2 million of mdf (3–5 mm) in 2024 (23.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 33% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $40.5 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 | $17.2M | 23.5K t |
| 2023 | $13.0M | 22.3K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 12.4K t |
| 2021 | $40.5M | 61.8K t |
| 2020 | $16.2M | 27.9K t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 25.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 15.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.8M | 14.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports mdf (3–5 mm) from
China alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.1M | 99% |
| Brazil | $92K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $31K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $20K | 0.1% |
| United States | $8K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, 43% above the world average of $0.51. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria mdf (3–5 mm) imports (HS 4411.12): 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 4411.12: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (3–5 mm) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported mdf (3–5 mm) worth $17.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 197 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (3–5 mm) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($17.1 million), followed by Brazil (1%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 535% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (3–5 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $0.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of mdf (3–5 mm) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.8 million in 2017 to $17.2 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2021 at $40.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (3–5 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (3–5 mm) is subheading 4411.12. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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