Oil and fuel engine filters imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported oil and fuel engine filters worth $21.3 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). That is 24% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $34.8 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 | $21.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $27.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $31.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $33.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $29.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $29.6M | 8.1K t |
| 2018 | $34.8M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $31.3M | 7.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports oil and fuel engine filters from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.5M | 68% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 6.9% |
| United States | $1.2M | 5.5% |
| Germany | $904K | 4.3% |
| India | $467K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $411K | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $254K | 1.2% |
| France | $225K | 1.1% |
| Sweden | $218K | 1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $173K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.64 per kg, 69% below the world average of $14.77, 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.
Oil and fuel engine filters exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $431 thousand of oil and fuel engine filters in 2024 (195 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Benin accounted for 89% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $382K | 89% |
| Kenya | $15K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $12K | 2.7% |
| Angola | $9K | 2.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 1.2% |
| Gambia | $4K | 0.9% |
| Niger | $1K | 0.2% |
| Mauritius | $1K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0.1% |
| Cabo Verde | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria oil and fuel engine filters imports (HS 8421.23): 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 8421.23: Machinery: filtering or purifying machinery, oil or petrol filters for internal combustion engines.
Common questions
What is the value of oil and fuel engine filters imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported oil and fuel engine filters worth $21.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply oil and fuel engine filters to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($14.5 million), followed by Belgium (7%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of oil and fuel engine filters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.64 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $14.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of oil and fuel engine filters to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.3 million in 2017 to $21.3 million in 2024, a fall of 32%. The peak was 2018 at $34.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export oil and fuel engine filters?
Yes. Nigeria exported $431 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin, Kenya and Turkey. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $20.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for oil and fuel engine filters?
The HS code for oil and fuel engine filters is subheading 8421.23. 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 8421 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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