Semiconductors imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported semiconductors worth $221.9 million (81.0 thousand tonnes). That is 67% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $221.9M | 81.0K t |
| 2023 | $132.5M | 36.5K t |
| 2022 | $159.6M | 23.8K t |
| 2021 | $70.2M | 15.4K t |
| 2020 | $51.8M | 14.1K t |
| 2019 | $49.6M | 12.1K t |
| 2018 | $37.1M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $29.7M | 5.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports semiconductors from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 84% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $186.4M | 84% |
| India | $10.5M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $5.9M | 2.7% |
| United States | $3.4M | 1.5% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 1.1% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 0.7% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 0.6% |
| Austria | $1.3M | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 0.6% |
| Hong Kong | $1.1M | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8541
| 8541.40 | Solar cells and LED | 96% |
| 8541.10 | Diodes | 2% |
| 8541.90 | Semiconductor parts | 1% |
| 8541.29 | Power transistors | 0.4% |
| 8541.30 | Thyristors and triacs | 0.2% |
| 8541.60 | Piezo-electric crystals | 0% |
| 8541.21 | Low power transistors | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8541.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.74 per kg, 64% below the world average of $7.54, 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.
Semiconductors exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported semiconductors worth $584 thousand (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $469K | 80% |
| Burkina Faso | $80K | 14% |
| Benin | $18K | 3% |
| Togo | $11K | 1.9% |
| Gambia | $4K | 0.7% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.1% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria semiconductors imports (HS 8541): 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 8541: Semiconductor devices (e.g. diodes, transistors, semiconductor based transducers); including photovoltaic cells assembled or not in modules or panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) assembled with other LEDs or not, mounted piezo-electric crystals.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductors imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported semiconductors worth $221.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 81.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply semiconductors to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($186.4 million), followed by India (5%) and the Netherlands (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 419% on the year.
What is the average import price of semiconductors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.74 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $7.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of semiconductors to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.7 million in 2017 to $221.9 million in 2024, an increase of 647%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $94.1 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export semiconductors?
Yes. Nigeria exported $584 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Burkina Faso and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $221.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductors?
The HS code for semiconductors is heading 8541. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8541.40 (96% of the value) and 8541.10 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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