Outboard marine motors imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $5.1 million of outboard marine motors in 2024 (161 tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.1 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 | $5.1M | 161 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 428 t |
| 2022 | $9.1M | 749 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 540 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 453 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 658 t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 480 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 346 t |
Where Nigeria imports outboard marine motors from
Japan alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.7M | 73% |
| China | $1.1M | 21% |
| United States | $120K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $66K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $58K | 1.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $51K | 1% |
| South Africa | $30K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.88 per kg, close to the world average of $32.62.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Outboard marine motors exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $2.7 million of outboard marine motors in 2024 (42 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $2.7M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria outboard marine motors imports (HS 8407.21): 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 8407.21: Engines: outboard motors for marine propulsion, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines.
Common questions
What is the value of outboard marine motors imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported outboard marine motors worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 161 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply outboard marine motors to Nigeria?
Japan was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by China (21%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 907% on the year.
What is the average import price of outboard marine motors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.88 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $32.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of outboard marine motors to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 109%. The peak was 2022 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export outboard marine motors?
Yes. Nigeria exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for outboard marine motors?
The HS code for outboard marine motors is subheading 8407.21. 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 8407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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