Stainless steel flange imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported stainless steel flange worth $3.8 million (394 tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $3.8M | 394 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 384 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 788 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 416 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 206 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 384 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 677 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 153 t |
Where Nigeria imports stainless steel flange from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Italy (13%), Indonesia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+263% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 42% |
| Italy | $476K | 13% |
| Indonesia | $450K | 12% |
| United States | $278K | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $230K | 6% |
| Germany | $161K | 4.2% |
| India | $149K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $116K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $76K | 2% |
| Spain | $52K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.67 per kg, 25% above the world average of $7.72. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 steel flange imports (HS 7307.21): 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 7307.21: Steel, stainless: tube or pipe fittings, flanges, of stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel flange imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported stainless steel flange worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 394 tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless steel flange to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Italy (13%) and Indonesia (12%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 263% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless steel flange per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.67 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $7.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of stainless steel flange to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel flange?
The HS code for stainless steel flange is subheading 7307.21. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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