Plastic household articles imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported plastic household articles worth $29.8 million (8.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $29.8M | 8.5K t |
| 2023 | $30.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $27.5M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $31.6M | 12.9K t |
| 2020 | $23.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $25.9M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $27.0M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $22.9M | 5.5K t |
Where Nigeria imports plastic household articles from
China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.6M | 56% |
| United Kingdom | $6.8M | 23% |
| United States | $5.1M | 17% |
| Canada | $203K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $135K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $107K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $104K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $97K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $91K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $58K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.52 per kg, 24% below the world average of $4.62, 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.
Plastic household articles exports from Nigeria
Exports of plastic household articles by Nigeria reached $226 thousand in 2024 (477 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Niger (46%), Benin (20%), Togo (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Togo grew fastest (+256% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $104K | 46% |
| Benin | $44K | 20% |
| Togo | $21K | 9.2% |
| Panama | $20K | 8.8% |
| Senegal | $16K | 6.8% |
| Canada | $5K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 1.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3K | 1.1% |
| United States | $2K | 0.9% |
| Gambia | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria plastic household articles imports (HS 3924.90): 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 3924.90: Plastics: household articles and hygienic or toilet articles.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic household articles imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported plastic household articles worth $29.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic household articles to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($16.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (23%) and the United States (17%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 173% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic household articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.52 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $4.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic household articles to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.9 million in 2017 to $29.8 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2021 at $31.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.3 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export plastic household articles?
Yes. Nigeria exported $226 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Benin and Togo. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $29.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic household articles?
The HS code for plastic household articles is subheading 3924.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3924 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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