Plasticized PVC film and sheet imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plasticized pvc film and sheet by Nigeria reached $9.2 million in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $17.6 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 | $9.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $12.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.6M | 8.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 2.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports plasticized pvc film and sheet from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.3M | 90% |
| South Korea | $246K | 2.7% |
| India | $231K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $213K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $111K | 1.2% |
| Egypt | $36K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $20K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $17K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $6K | 0.1% |
| United States | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.59 per kg, 45% below the world average of $2.89, 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.
Plasticized PVC film and sheet exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $787 thousand of plasticized pvc film and sheet in 2024 (772 tonnes). Ghana alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $782K | 99% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $5K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria plasticized pvc film and sheet imports (HS 3920.43): 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 3920.43: Plastics: polymers of vinyl chloride, containing by weight not less than 6% of plasticisers: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plasticized pvc film and sheet imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported plasticized pvc film and sheet worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply plasticized pvc film and sheet to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by South Korea (3%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Lebanon grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of plasticized pvc film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.59 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $2.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plasticized pvc film and sheet to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2021 at $17.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export plasticized pvc film and sheet?
Yes. Nigeria exported $787 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plasticized pvc film and sheet?
The HS code for plasticized pvc film and sheet is subheading 3920.43. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 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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