Stainless sheet (other processing) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported stainless sheet (other processing) worth $2.6 million (769 tonnes). That is 56% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.6 million.
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 | $2.6M | 769 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 352 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 352 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 921 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $503K | 220 t |
| 2017 | $395K | 223 t |
Where Nigeria imports stainless sheet (other processing) from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+521% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 59% |
| China | $451K | 18% |
| France | $289K | 11% |
| India | $221K | 8.6% |
| Italy | $52K | 2% |
| Germany | $41K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.32 per kg, close to the world average of $3.52.
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 sheet (other processing) imports (HS 7219.90): 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 7219.90: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7219.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless sheet (other processing) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported stainless sheet (other processing) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 769 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless sheet (other processing) to Nigeria?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by China (18%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 521% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless sheet (other processing) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.32 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $3.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless sheet (other processing) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $395 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 547%. The peak was 2022 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless sheet (other processing)?
The HS code for stainless sheet (other processing) is subheading 7219.90. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7219 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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