Trailers (other types) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of trailers (other types) by Nigeria reached $17.5 million in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 30% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $17.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 984 t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 1.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports trailers (other types) from
China alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.6M | 89% |
| Italy | $534K | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $524K | 3% |
| Germany | $413K | 2.4% |
| Portugal | $133K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $99K | 0.6% |
| United States | $86K | 0.5% |
| Greece | $82K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $29K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $19K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.71 per kg, close to the world average of $5.31.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Trailers (other types) exports from Nigeria
Exports of trailers (other types) by Nigeria reached $310 thousand in 2024 (511 tonnes). Benin alone took 86% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+335% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $267K | 86% |
| Angola | $43K | 14% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria trailers (other types) imports (HS 8716.40): 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 8716.40: Trailers and semi-trailers: n.e.c. in item no. 8716.3.
Common questions
What is the value of trailers (other types) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported trailers (other types) worth $17.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailers (other types) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($15.6 million), followed by Italy (3%) and Brazil (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 526% on the year.
What is the average import price of trailers (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.71 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $5.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailers (other types) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $17.5 million in 2024, an increase of 231%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export trailers (other types)?
Yes. Nigeria exported $310 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin and Angola. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $17.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailers (other types)?
The HS code for trailers (other types) is subheading 8716.40. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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