Polystyrene imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported polystyrene worth $26.8 million (25.9 thousand tonnes). That is 39% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $44.2 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 | $26.8M | 25.9K t |
| 2023 | $43.9M | 41.5K t |
| 2022 | $44.2M | 34.8K t |
| 2021 | $31.4M | 19.9K t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 12.3K t |
| 2019 | $15.2M | 13.0K t |
| 2018 | $15.6M | 12.1K t |
| 2017 | $13.3M | 10.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports polystyrene from
Most of the value came from India (39%), China (20%), Taiwan (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.4M | 39% |
| China | $5.2M | 20% |
| Taiwan | $3.1M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.6M | 9.6% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 8.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $463K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $264K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $226K | 0.8% |
| United States | $187K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 3903
| 3903.90 | Styrene polymers (other) | 31% |
| 3903.20 | Styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer | 31% |
| 3903.19 | Polystyrene resin | 23% |
| 3903.11 | Expandable polystyrene beads | 11% |
| 3903.30 | Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene | 3.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.04 per kg, 38% below the world average of $1.69, 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.
Polystyrene exports from Nigeria
Exports of polystyrene by Nigeria reached $652 thousand in 2024 (959 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (37%), China (32%), Malaysia (29%). Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $242K | 37% |
| China | $206K | 32% |
| Malaysia | $188K | 29% |
| Benin | $13K | 2% |
| Togo | $3K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria polystyrene imports (HS 3903): 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 3903: Polymers of styrene, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polystyrene imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported polystyrene worth $26.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply polystyrene to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($10.4 million), followed by China (20%) and Taiwan (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 22 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of polystyrene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.04 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $1.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polystyrene to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.3 million in 2017 to $26.8 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. The peak was 2022 at $44.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.5 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export polystyrene?
Yes. Nigeria exported $652 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, China and Malaysia. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $26.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene?
The HS code for polystyrene is heading 3903. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 3903.90 (31% of the value) and 3903.20 (31%).
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