Steel I-sections imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel i-sections by Nigeria reached $14.9 million in 2024 (18.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $26.5 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 | $14.9M | 18.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 11.6K t |
| 2022 | $26.5M | 26.6K t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 30.0K t |
| 2020 | $731K | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.9M | 21.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 6.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports steel i-sections from
China alone supplied 94% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.0M | 94% |
| United Arab Emirates | $798K | 5.3% |
| India | $91K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.79 per kg, close to the world average of $0.82.
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 steel i-sections imports (HS 7216.32): 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 7216.32: Iron or non-alloy steel: I sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel i-sections imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported steel i-sections worth $14.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 199 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel i-sections to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($14.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (5%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel i-sections per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.79 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.82 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steel i-sections to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $14.9 million in 2024, an increase of 348%. The peak was 2022 at $26.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel i-sections?
The HS code for steel i-sections is subheading 7216.32. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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