Trucks (other power types) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported trucks (other power types) worth $6.8 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 76% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $30.8 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 | $6.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $28.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $30.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 2.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports trucks (other power types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.2M | 77% |
| Ireland | $450K | 6.6% |
| Spain | $267K | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $188K | 2.8% |
| United States | $132K | 1.9% |
| Finland | $119K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $106K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $95K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $68K | 1% |
| Italy | $49K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.84 per kg, 87% below the world average of $13.87, 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 trucks (other power types) imports (HS 8704.90): 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 8704.90: Vehicles: for transport of goods, n.e.c. in heading no. 8704.
Common questions
What is the value of trucks (other power types) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported trucks (other power types) worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply trucks (other power types) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Ireland (7%) and Spain (4%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average import price of trucks (other power types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024, 87% below the world average of $13.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of trucks (other power types) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 146%. The peak was 2022 at $30.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for trucks (other power types)?
The HS code for trucks (other power types) is subheading 8704.90. 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 8704 page.
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