Steel flange imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $9.8 million of steel flange in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $13.5 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 | $9.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $13.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 1.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports steel flange from
Most of the value came from China (29%), Italy (23%), United States (20%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+321% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 29% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 23% |
| United States | $2.0M | 20% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 12% |
| India | $536K | 5.5% |
| Indonesia | $257K | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $196K | 2% |
| South Africa | $122K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $116K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $94K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.88 per kg, 30% above the world average of $2.98. 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.
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The shipment records behind Nigeria steel flange imports (HS 7307.91): 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 7307.91: Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, flanges, other than stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel flange imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported steel flange worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel flange to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Italy (23%) and the United States (20%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 321% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel flange per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.88 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $2.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel flange to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2018 at $13.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel flange?
The HS code for steel flange is subheading 7307.91. 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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