Refractory bricks imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of refractory bricks by Nigeria reached $23.8 million in 2024 (28.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $38.4 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 | $23.8M | 28.4K t |
| 2023 | $27.9M | 36.3K t |
| 2022 | $38.4M | 44.1K t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 45.9K t |
| 2020 | $23.9M | 60.9K t |
| 2019 | $29.5M | 33.7K t |
| 2018 | $29.3M | 48.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 21.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports refractory bricks from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), Germany (21%), Thailand (21%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.3M | 31% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 21% |
| Thailand | $4.9M | 21% |
| Austria | $2.6M | 11% |
| India | $2.2M | 9.4% |
| South Africa | $379K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $314K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $281K | 1.2% |
| United States | $229K | 1% |
| Turkey | $127K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 6902
| 6902.10 | Magnesite refractory bricks | 67% |
| 6902.20 | Alumina-silica refractory bricks | 27% |
| 6902.90 | Refractory bricks (other compositions) | 6.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6902.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.84 per kg, 30% below the world average of $1.20, 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.
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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 6902: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods; other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory bricks imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported refractory bricks worth $23.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 206 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory bricks to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Germany (21%) and Thailand (21%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory bricks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.84 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $1.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refractory bricks to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $23.8 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2022 at $38.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for refractory bricks?
The HS code for refractory bricks is heading 6902. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 6902.10 (67% of the value) and 6902.20 (27%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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