Propane exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of propane by Nigeria reached $189.1 million in 2024 (292.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 31% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $473.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $189.1M | 292.7K t |
| 2023 | $273.2M | 438.4K t |
| 2022 | $375.2M | 410.0K t |
| 2021 | $405.4M | 632.4K t |
| 2020 | $255.0M | 594.8K t |
| 2019 | $418.6M | 873.9K t |
| 2018 | $473.4M | 834.2K t |
| 2017 | $413.1M | 856.6K t |
Where Nigeria exports propane to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $135.6M | 72% |
| United States | $11.3M | 6% |
| Morocco | $10.6M | 5.6% |
| Portugal | $7.0M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $5.9M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $4.1M | 2.2% |
| Ghana | $3.5M | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $3.3M | 1.8% |
| Albania | $2.7M | 1.5% |
| Lebanon | $2.3M | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.65 per kg, close to the world average of $0.59.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Propane imports to Nigeria
Nigeria imported $3.6 million of propane in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 71% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.5M | 72% |
| Chile | $959K | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $22K | 0.6% |
| China | $15K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $14K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria propane exports (HS 2711.12): 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 2711.12: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, propane.
Common questions
What is the value of propane exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported propane worth $189.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 292.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 106 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy propane from Nigeria?
China was the largest buyer with 72% of the value ($135.6 million), followed by the United States (6%) and Morocco (6%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 15 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of propane per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.65 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $0.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of propane from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $413.1 million in 2017 to $189.1 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2018 at $473.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $350.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import propane?
Yes. Nigeria imported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Chile and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $185.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for propane?
The HS code for propane is subheading 2711.12. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2711 page.
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