Polypropylene film and sheet imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene film and sheet by Nigeria reached $68.6 million in 2024 (29.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $134.5 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 | $68.6M | 29.2K t |
| 2023 | $65.3M | 26.5K t |
| 2022 | $109.5M | 28.9K t |
| 2021 | $134.5M | 42.9K t |
| 2020 | $102.9M | 42.7K t |
| 2019 | $87.5M | 27.0K t |
| 2018 | $83.7M | 27.1K t |
| 2017 | $42.5M | 15.2K t |
Where Nigeria imports polypropylene film and sheet from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), Germany (30%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.4M | 31% |
| Germany | $20.5M | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $7.7M | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.9M | 7.1% |
| Thailand | $3.0M | 4.3% |
| India | $2.3M | 3.3% |
| Indonesia | $2.2M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $1.9M | 2.7% |
| South Africa | $1.6M | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, 20% below the world average of $2.94, 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.
Polypropylene film and sheet exports from Nigeria
Exports of polypropylene film and sheet by Nigeria reached $7.0 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ghana accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $6.1M | 87% |
| Senegal | $318K | 4.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $272K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $257K | 3.7% |
| Andorra | $29K | 0.4% |
| Vietnam | $22K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $3K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria polypropylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.20): 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 3920.20: Plastics: of polymers of propylene, 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 polypropylene film and sheet imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported polypropylene film and sheet worth $68.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene film and sheet to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($21.4 million), followed by Germany (30%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $2.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polypropylene film and sheet to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.5 million in 2017 to $68.6 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. The peak was 2021 at $134.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $86.8 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export polypropylene film and sheet?
Yes. Nigeria exported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $61.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polypropylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.20. 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?
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