Specialized machinery imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized machinery by Nigeria reached $232.4 million in 2024 (16.9 thousand tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $232.4M | 16.9K t |
| 2023 | $191.0M | 16.5K t |
| 2022 | $191.9M | 16.1K t |
| 2021 | $172.8M | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $151.9M | 11.0K t |
| 2019 | $218.3M | 17.1K t |
| 2018 | $174.5M | 9.6K t |
| 2017 | $130.3M | 7.4K t |
Where Nigeria imports specialized machinery from
Most of the value came from Germany (25%), China (18%), India (17%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+207% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $57.5M | 25% |
| China | $41.0M | 18% |
| India | $39.3M | 17% |
| United States | $22.4M | 9.7% |
| Malaysia | $14.7M | 6.3% |
| Italy | $7.4M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $6.1M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $6.0M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $5.7M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $4.7M | 2% |
Product types under HS 8479
| 8479.89 | Specialized machinery (other types) | 35% |
| 8479.10 | Construction and public works machinery | 22% |
| 8479.90 | Specialized machinery parts | 17% |
| 8479.20 | Oil extraction and pressing machinery | 15% |
| 8479.82 | Industrial mixing and homogenizing machines | 5% |
| 8479.71 | Airport passenger boarding bridges | 2.1% |
| 8479.40 | Rope and cable making machines | 1.5% |
| 8479.81 | Metal treating and winding machinery | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8479.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.78 per kg, 26% below the world average of $18.55, 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.
Specialized machinery exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported specialized machinery worth $5.3 million (543 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Angola (30%), United Kingdom (25%), Benin (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $1.6M | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 25% |
| Benin | $1.2M | 23% |
| India | $172K | 3.2% |
| Norway | $151K | 2.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $125K | 2.4% |
| Chile | $114K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $83K | 1.6% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $72K | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $62K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria specialized machinery imports (HS 8479): 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 8479: Machinery and mechanical appliances; having individual functions, n.e.c. in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported specialized machinery worth $232.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery to Nigeria?
Germany was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($57.5 million), followed by China (18%) and India (17%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 94 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 207% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.78 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $18.55 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of specialized machinery to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $130.3 million in 2017 to $232.4 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $182.9 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export specialized machinery?
Yes. Nigeria exported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, the United Kingdom and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $227.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery?
The HS code for specialized machinery is heading 8479. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8479.89 (35% of the value) and 8479.10 (22%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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