Microtomes imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of microtomes by Nigeria reached $10.0 million in 2024 (73 tonnes). Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $10.0M | 73 t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 91 t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 59 t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 59 t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 77 t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 81 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 59 t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 45 t |
Where Nigeria imports microtomes from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (18%), Germany (17%), United States (17%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+262% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 18% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 18% |
| United States | $1.7M | 17% |
| China | $1.2M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $610K | 6.1% |
| India | $487K | 4.9% |
| France | $453K | 4.6% |
| Austria | $311K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $286K | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $276K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $136.06 per kg, close to the world average of $158.75.
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 microtomes imports (HS 9027.90): 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 9027.90: Microtomes and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of microtomes imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported microtomes worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 73 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply microtomes to Nigeria?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Germany (17%) and the United States (17%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 262% on the year.
What is the average import price of microtomes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $136.06 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $158.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of microtomes to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for microtomes?
The HS code for microtomes is subheading 9027.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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