Transmission and switching apparatus imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of transmission and switching apparatus by Nigeria reached $252.6 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 60% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $626.0 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 | $252.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $626.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $397.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $234.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $146.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $179.4M | 949 t |
| 2018 | $213.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $178.8M | 947 t |
Where Nigeria imports transmission and switching apparatus from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $146.9M | 58% |
| United States | $42.2M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $17.1M | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $12.7M | 5% |
| Mexico | $5.1M | 2% |
| Thailand | $3.4M | 1.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.8M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 1.1% |
| Taiwan | $2.0M | 0.8% |
| France | $1.8M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $103.84 per kg, 52% below the world average of $217.15, 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.
Transmission and switching apparatus exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $6.0 million of transmission and switching apparatus in 2024 (39 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Hungary accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $3.5M | 58% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 32% |
| Singapore | $183K | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $83K | 1.4% |
| Philippines | $81K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $55K | 0.9% |
| United States | $15K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $15K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $13K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria transmission and switching apparatus imports (HS 8517.62): 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 8517.62: Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission and switching apparatus imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported transmission and switching apparatus worth $252.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission and switching apparatus to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($146.9 million), followed by the United States (17%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission and switching apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $103.84 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $217.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of transmission and switching apparatus to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $178.8 million in 2017 to $252.6 million in 2024, an increase of 41%. The peak was 2023 at $626.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $278.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export transmission and switching apparatus?
Yes. Nigeria exported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hungary, the Netherlands and Singapore. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $246.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission and switching apparatus?
The HS code for transmission and switching apparatus is subheading 8517.62. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8517 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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