Rotary piston engines (other) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $61.0 million of rotary piston engines (other) in 2024 (22.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $61.0M | 22.1K t |
| 2023 | $51.8M | 14.0K t |
| 2022 | $48.0M | 12.2K t |
| 2021 | $60.4M | 16.1K t |
| 2020 | $42.0M | 12.8K t |
| 2019 | $46.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $42.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $31.4M | 1.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports rotary piston engines (other) from
China alone supplied 87% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $53.3M | 87% |
| United States | $4.8M | 7.9% |
| Austria | $974K | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $905K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $479K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $133K | 0.2% |
| Argentina | $112K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $79K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $78K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $78K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.76 per kg, 70% below the world average of $9.13, 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.
Rotary piston engines (other) exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported rotary piston engines (other) worth $576 thousand (203 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Austria accounted for 72% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $416K | 72% |
| Niger | $121K | 21% |
| Mozambique | $28K | 4.8% |
| Senegal | $4K | 0.8% |
| Mauritius | $4K | 0.7% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.7% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria rotary piston engines (other) imports (HS 8407.90): 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 8407.90: Engines: rotary internal combustion piston engines, for other than aircraft or marine propulsion.
Common questions
What is the value of rotary piston engines (other) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported rotary piston engines (other) worth $61.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 205 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply rotary piston engines (other) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($53.3 million), followed by the United States (8%) and Austria (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 359% on the year.
What is the average import price of rotary piston engines (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.76 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $9.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rotary piston engines (other) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.4 million in 2017 to $61.0 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $47.9 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export rotary piston engines (other)?
Yes. Nigeria exported $576 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, Niger and Mozambique. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $60.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rotary piston engines (other)?
The HS code for rotary piston engines (other) is subheading 8407.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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