Trailer parts imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported trailer parts worth $11.0 million (6.3 thousand tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $15.3 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 | $11.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 6.9K t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $15.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $14.3M | 9.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.0M | 4.4K t |
Where Nigeria imports trailer parts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.9M | 71% |
| United States | $1.8M | 16% |
| Brazil | $307K | 2.8% |
| India | $212K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $184K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $146K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $128K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $111K | 1% |
| France | $79K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $73K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.74 per kg, 57% below the world average of $4.02, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria trailer parts imports (HS 8716.90): 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 8716.90: Trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles not mechanically propelled: parts thereof for heading no. 8716.
Common questions
What is the value of trailer parts imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported trailer parts worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 66th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailer parts to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by the United States (16%) and Brazil (3%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 455% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailer parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $4.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of trailer parts to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.0 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2021 at $15.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailer parts?
The HS code for trailer parts is subheading 8716.90. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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