Optical filters imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported optical filters worth $2.5 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 99% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 77% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $167.4 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 | $2.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $167.4M | 105.7K t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $41K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $93K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $67K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $65K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $46K | 0 t |
Where Nigeria imports optical filters from
Most of the value came from Belgium (43%), South Africa (16%), Taiwan (9%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.1M | 43% |
| South Africa | $401K | 16% |
| Taiwan | $226K | 9% |
| Turkey | $179K | 7.2% |
| Japan | $176K | 7% |
| Italy | $88K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $72K | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $59K | 2.4% |
| United States | $46K | 1.9% |
| India | $44K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.52 per kg, 98% below the world average of $86.53, 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 optical filters imports (HS 9002.20): 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 9002.20: Filters: mounted as parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of optical filters imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported optical filters worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 199 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 99% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical filters to Nigeria?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by South Africa (16%) and Taiwan (9%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical filters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.52 per kg in 2024, 98% below the world average of $86.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical filters to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $167.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical filters?
The HS code for optical filters is subheading 9002.20. 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 9002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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