Polyethylene bags imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene bags by Nigeria reached $29.1 million in 2024 (9.2 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $29.1M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $30.8M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $24.5M | 11.3K t |
| 2021 | $24.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $18.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.1M | 4.6K t |
Where Nigeria imports polyethylene bags from
China alone supplied 82% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.8M | 82% |
| Brazil | $1.9M | 6.4% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 3.7% |
| India | $391K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $135K | 0.5% |
| Philippines | $120K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $111K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $93K | 0.3% |
| United States | $78K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.16 per kg, close to the world average of $2.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene bags exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $4.2 million of polyethylene bags in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Niger (48%), Ghana (32%), Senegal (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+873% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $2.0M | 48% |
| Ghana | $1.3M | 32% |
| Senegal | $490K | 12% |
| Republic of the Congo | $353K | 8.5% |
| Canada | $9K | 0.2% |
| Israel | $8K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.1% |
| Cyprus | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 3923.21: Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene bags imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported polyethylene bags worth $29.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($23.8 million), followed by Brazil (6%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 427% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.16 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $2.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.1 million in 2017 to $29.1 million in 2024, an increase of 107%. The peak was 2023 at $30.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.8 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export polyethylene bags?
Yes. Nigeria exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Ghana and Senegal. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $25.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene bags?
The HS code for polyethylene bags is subheading 3923.21. 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?
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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