Plywood imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported plywood worth $103.7 million (168.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 32% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $153.4 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 | $103.7M | 168.7K t |
| 2023 | $153.4M | 147.8K t |
| 2022 | $118.0M | 95.6K t |
| 2021 | $152.5M | 188.5K t |
| 2020 | $88.6M | 110.6K t |
| 2019 | $92.1M | 99.1K t |
| 2018 | $70.4M | 71.9K t |
| 2017 | $50.2M | 56.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports plywood from
China alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $101.0M | 97% |
| Ghana | $821K | 0.8% |
| India | $460K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $296K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $236K | 0.2% |
| Slovenia | $213K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $152K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $145K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $84K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $60K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 4412
| 4412.33 | Hardwood plywood | 97% |
| 4412.99 | Laminated wood panels (other) | 1.3% |
| 4412.39 | Softwood plywood | 1% |
| 4412.94 | Blockboard and laminboard | 0.5% |
| 4412.34 | Plywood (non-coniferous, other) | 0.1% |
| 4412.31 | Tropical plywood | 0.1% |
| 4412.10 | Bamboo plywood | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4412.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.61 per kg, 34% below the world average of $0.93, 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.
Plywood exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $230 thousand of plywood in 2024 (492 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 51% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $117K | 51% |
| Benin | $96K | 42% |
| Qatar | $7K | 3.2% |
| Burkina Faso | $7K | 2.8% |
| Togo | $2K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria plywood imports (HS 4412): 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 4412: Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood.
Common questions
What is the value of plywood imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported plywood worth $103.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 168.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply plywood to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($101.0 million), followed by Ghana (1%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 749% on the year.
What is the average import price of plywood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.61 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $0.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plywood to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.2 million in 2017 to $103.7 million in 2024, an increase of 106%. The peak was 2023 at $153.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $103.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export plywood?
Yes. Nigeria exported $230 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Benin and Qatar. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $103.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plywood?
The HS code for plywood is heading 4412. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 4412.33 (97% of the value) and 4412.99 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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