Stainless seamless drill pipe imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported stainless seamless drill pipe worth $3.0 million (760 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. That is 347% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% 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 | $3.0M | 760 t |
| 2023 | $663K | 72 t |
| 2022 | $398K | 24 t |
| 2021 | $4K | 7 t |
| 2020 | $146K | 9 t |
| 2019 | $716K | 82 t |
| 2018 | $784K | 66 t |
| 2017 | $77K | 18 t |
Where Nigeria imports stainless seamless drill pipe from
The largest suppliers were Denmark (48%), Japan (26%), China (19%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+753% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $1.4M | 48% |
| Japan | $759K | 26% |
| China | $554K | 19% |
| United States | $154K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $47K | 1.6% |
| India | $23K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.90 per kg, close to the world average of $4.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria stainless seamless drill pipe imports (HS 7304.22): 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 7304.22: Steel, stainless: seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless seamless drill pipe imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported stainless seamless drill pipe worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 760 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 143 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 347% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless seamless drill pipe to Nigeria?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Japan (26%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 753% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless seamless drill pipe per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.90 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless seamless drill pipe to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $77 thousand in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $719 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for stainless seamless drill pipe?
The HS code for stainless seamless drill pipe is subheading 7304.22. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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