Petroleum gas (gaseous) exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of petroleum gas (gaseous) by Nigeria reached $3.29 billion in 2024 (14.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 97 countries for exports of this product. That is 373% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 543% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.29B | 14.8K t |
| 2023 | $694.7M | 61.1K t |
| 2022 | $298.4M | 79.1K t |
| 2021 | $45.3M | 75.4K t |
| 2020 | $11.2M | 30.4K t |
| 2019 | $51K | 183 t |
| 2018 | $47K | 162 t |
Where Nigeria exports petroleum gas (gaseous) to
Most of it went to India (30%), China (16%), Spain (16%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $983.4M | 30% |
| China | $527.2M | 16% |
| Spain | $526.2M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $263.4M | 8% |
| Malaysia | $179.9M | 5.5% |
| Brazil | $157.4M | 4.8% |
| South Korea | $152.5M | 4.6% |
| Singapore | $148.7M | 4.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112.9M | 3.4% |
| United States | $90.7M | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $221.35 per kg, 5964% above the world average of $3.65. 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.
Petroleum gas (gaseous) imports to Nigeria
Imports of petroleum gas (gaseous) by Nigeria reached $263 thousand in 2024 (5 tonnes). One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+611% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $184K | 70% |
| United States | $59K | 23% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 3.2% |
| India | $7K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $3K | 1.1% |
| France | $1K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria petroleum gas (gaseous) exports (HS 2711.29): 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 2711.29: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, other than natural gas.
Common questions
What is the value of petroleum gas (gaseous) exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported petroleum gas (gaseous) worth $3.29 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 97 countries worldwide, with 60% of world exports. The value was up 373% on 2023.
Which countries buy petroleum gas (gaseous) from Nigeria?
India was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($983.4 million), followed by China (16%) and Spain (16%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 670% on the year.
What is the average export price of petroleum gas (gaseous) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $221.35 per kg in 2024, 5964% above the world average of $3.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of petroleum gas (gaseous) from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $47 thousand in 2018 to $3.29 billion in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $619.5 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import petroleum gas (gaseous)?
Yes. Nigeria imported $263 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.29 billion a year.
What is the HS code for petroleum gas (gaseous)?
The HS code for petroleum gas (gaseous) is subheading 2711.29. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2711 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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