Melamine-formaldehyde resins imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $2.7 million of melamine-formaldehyde resins in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 130% 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 | $2.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 808 t |
| 2022 | $719K | 464 t |
| 2021 | $640K | 352 t |
| 2020 | $616K | 362 t |
| 2019 | $438K | 216 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 600 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 745 t |
Where Nigeria imports melamine-formaldehyde resins from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 86% |
| South Africa | $136K | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $132K | 5% |
| India | $59K | 2.2% |
| Norway | $42K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.02 per kg, 22% below the world average of $1.31, 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 melamine-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.20): 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 3909.20: Amino-resins: melamine resins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of melamine-formaldehyde resins imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported melamine-formaldehyde resins worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 130% on 2023.
Which countries supply melamine-formaldehyde resins to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by South Africa (5%) and Thailand (5%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of melamine-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.02 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $1.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of melamine-formaldehyde resins to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 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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