Motor and engine parts imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of motor and engine parts by Nigeria reached $7.2 million in 2024 (378 tonnes). Value fell 26% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.7 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 | $7.2M | 378 t |
| 2023 | $9.7M | 423 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 885 t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 373 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 233 t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 484 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 909 t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 435 t |
Where Nigeria imports motor and engine parts from
Most of the value came from United States (35%), China (18%), Canada (15%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.5M | 35% |
| China | $1.3M | 18% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 15% |
| France | $367K | 5.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $295K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $252K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $238K | 3.3% |
| India | $220K | 3.1% |
| Norway | $197K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $176K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.94 per kg, 65% above the world average of $11.51. 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 motor and engine parts imports (HS 8412.90): 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 8412.90: Engines: parts, for engines and motors of heading no. 8412.
Common questions
What is the value of motor and engine parts imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported motor and engine parts worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 378 tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply motor and engine parts to Nigeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by China (18%) and Canada (15%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 194% on the year.
What is the average import price of motor and engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.94 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $11.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of motor and engine parts to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2023 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for motor and engine parts?
The HS code for motor and engine parts is subheading 8412.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8412 page.
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