Rubber articles imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rubber articles by Nigeria reached $38.6 million in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $38.6M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $36.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $40.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2021 | $33.4M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $23.7M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $29.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $30.8M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $26.5M | 5.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports rubber articles from
Most of the value came from China (36%), United States (8%), United Kingdom (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.1M | 37% |
| United States | $3.2M | 8.4% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 8.4% |
| Turkey | $2.8M | 7.2% |
| India | $2.7M | 6.9% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 6.6% |
| Thailand | $2.4M | 6.3% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $958K | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $837K | 2.2% |
Product types under HS 4016
| 4016.93 | Rubber gaskets and seals | 45% |
| 4016.99 | Rubber articles (other) | 38% |
| 4016.94 | Rubber boat fenders | 4.1% |
| 4016.91 | Rubber floor coverings | 4.1% |
| 4016.92 | Rubber erasers | 3.2% |
| 4016.10 | Foam rubber mats | 3.2% |
| 4016.95 | Inflatable rubber articles | 2.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4016.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.07 per kg, 51% below the world average of $10.37, 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.
Rubber articles exports from Nigeria
Exports of rubber articles by Nigeria reached $1.2 million in 2024 (273 tonnes). United States alone took 76% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $939K | 76% |
| Mauritius | $140K | 11% |
| Malawi | $60K | 4.9% |
| Angola | $23K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $12K | 1% |
| Benin | $10K | 0.8% |
| Namibia | $8K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $5K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria rubber articles imports (HS 4016): 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 4016: Articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber, n.e.c. in chapter 40.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber articles imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported rubber articles worth $38.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber articles to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($14.1 million), followed by the United States (8%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 79 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.07 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $10.37 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rubber articles to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.5 million in 2017 to $38.6 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2022 at $40.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export rubber articles?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Mauritius and Malawi. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $37.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber articles?
The HS code for rubber articles is heading 4016. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 4016.93 (45% of the value) and 4016.99 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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