Titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) by Nigeria reached $7.1 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 17% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 2.4K t |
Where Nigeria imports titanium dioxide pigments (standard) from
Most of the value came from India (46%), Thailand (15%), Brazil (9%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.3M | 46% |
| Thailand | $1.0M | 15% |
| Brazil | $617K | 8.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $387K | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $333K | 4.7% |
| Vietnam | $324K | 4.5% |
| Israel | $277K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $170K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $146K | 2.1% |
| China | $131K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.43 per kg, 35% below the world average of $3.75, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imports (HS 3206.19): 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 3206.19: Colouring matter: pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing less than 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry weight.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported titanium dioxide pigments (standard) worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Thailand (15%) and Brazil (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average import price of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.43 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $3.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of titanium dioxide pigments (standard) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. The peak was 2023 at $8.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard)?
The HS code for titanium dioxide pigments (standard) is subheading 3206.19. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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