Plastic bags (other polymers) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $30.8 million of plastic bags (other polymers) in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $30.8M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $28.0M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $33.1M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $33.9M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $20.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 6.1K t |
| 2018 | $15.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 4.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports plastic bags (other polymers) from
China alone supplied 90% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.8M | 90% |
| India | $2.4M | 7.8% |
| Vietnam | $117K | 0.4% |
| Togo | $107K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $101K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $66K | 0.2% |
| United States | $28K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $28K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $27K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $25K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.25 per kg, close to the world average of $4.30.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic bags (other polymers) exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported plastic bags (other polymers) worth $476 thousand (1.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $358K | 75% |
| United States | $72K | 15% |
| Benin | $21K | 4.5% |
| Angola | $13K | 2.8% |
| Kenya | $10K | 2% |
| Canada | $1K | 0.2% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria plastic bags (other polymers) imports (HS 3923.29): 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 3923.29: Plastics: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics other than ethylene polymers.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic bags (other polymers) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported plastic bags (other polymers) worth $30.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic bags (other polymers) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($27.8 million), followed by India (8%) and Vietnam (0%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic bags (other polymers) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.25 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.30 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic bags (other polymers) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $30.8 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2021 at $33.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export plastic bags (other polymers)?
Yes. Nigeria exported $476 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, the United States and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $30.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic bags (other polymers)?
The HS code for plastic bags (other polymers) is subheading 3923.29. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Nigeria reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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