Petrol generator sets imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of petrol generator sets by Nigeria reached $156.1 million in 2024 (29.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 215 countries for imports of this product. That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $246.6 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 | $156.1M | 29.7K t |
| 2023 | $199.5M | 36.1K t |
| 2022 | $219.2M | 45.6K t |
| 2021 | $246.6M | 61.9K t |
| 2020 | $202.5M | 52.2K t |
| 2019 | $218.9M | 13.4K t |
| 2018 | $161.0M | 9.5K t |
| 2017 | $96.6M | 6.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports petrol generator sets from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $111.8M | 72% |
| South Korea | $16.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $13.9M | 8.9% |
| Austria | $4.9M | 3.1% |
| United States | $3.8M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 0.7% |
| France | $953K | 0.6% |
| India | $918K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $858K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $716K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.26 per kg, 47% below the world average of $9.94, 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.
Petrol generator sets exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $339 thousand of petrol generator sets in 2024 (173 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Niger (44%), United Arab Emirates (38%), Benin (18%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $150K | 44% |
| United Arab Emirates | $130K | 38% |
| Benin | $60K | 18% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria petrol generator sets imports (HS 8502.20): 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 8502.20: Electric generating sets: with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines.
Common questions
What is the value of petrol generator sets imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported petrol generator sets worth $156.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 215 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply petrol generator sets to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($111.8 million), followed by South Korea (11%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 17 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of petrol generator sets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.26 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $9.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of petrol generator sets to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $96.6 million in 2017 to $156.1 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. The peak was 2021 at $246.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $187.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export petrol generator sets?
Yes. Nigeria exported $339 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, the United Arab Emirates and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $155.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for petrol generator sets?
The HS code for petrol generator sets is subheading 8502.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8502 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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