Plastic molding machines (other types) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic molding machines (other types) by Nigeria reached $5.6 million in 2024 (601 tonnes). That is 31% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.1 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 | $5.6M | 601 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 631 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 764 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 305 t |
| 2020 | $725K | 144 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 143 t |
| 2018 | $420K | 23 t |
| 2017 | $644K | 116 t |
Where Nigeria imports plastic molding machines (other types) from
Most of the value came from Italy (48%), China (23%), France (21%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.7M | 48% |
| China | $1.3M | 23% |
| France | $1.2M | 21% |
| India | $170K | 3% |
| Turkey | $96K | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $70K | 1.3% |
| Lebanon | $30K | 0.5% |
| Egypt | $12K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| Qatar | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.29 per kg, 31% below the world average of $13.38, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria plastic molding machines (other types) imports (HS 8477.59): 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 8477.59: Machinery: for moulding or forming, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic molding machines (other types) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported plastic molding machines (other types) worth $5.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 601 tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic molding machines (other types) to Nigeria?
Italy was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (23%) and France (21%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic molding machines (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.29 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $13.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic molding machines (other types) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $644 thousand in 2017 to $5.6 million in 2024, an increase of 767%. The peak was 2023 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic molding machines (other types)?
The HS code for plastic molding machines (other types) is subheading 8477.59. 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 8477 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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