Postage stamps and securities imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $174.6 million of postage stamps and securities in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. That is 429% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 167% 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 | $174.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $33.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $31.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $730K | 37 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 226 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 15 t |
| 2017 | $180K | 5 t |
Where Nigeria imports postage stamps and securities from
Most of the value came from France (46%), Malaysia (23%), Germany (19%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+202% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $79.5M | 46% |
| Malaysia | $41.0M | 24% |
| Germany | $33.2M | 19% |
| Bulgaria | $7.5M | 4.3% |
| Brazil | $5.6M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $3.8M | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $2.3M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Togo | $140K | 0.1% |
| Malta | $137K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.67 per kg, 27% below the world average of $54.12, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria postage stamps and securities imports (HS 4907): 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 4907: Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognised face value; stamp-impressed paper; cheque forms; banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and the like of similar title.
Common questions
What is the value of postage stamps and securities imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported postage stamps and securities worth $174.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 204 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 429% on 2023.
Which countries supply postage stamps and securities to Nigeria?
France was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($79.5 million), followed by Malaysia (23%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 202% on the year.
What is the average import price of postage stamps and securities per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.67 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $54.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of postage stamps and securities to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $180 thousand in 2017 to $174.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $30.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for postage stamps and securities?
The HS code for postage stamps and securities is heading 4907. In Nigeria all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4907.00. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4907 page.
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