Upholstered metal chairs imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of upholstered metal chairs by Nigeria reached $79.0 million in 2024 (8.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $79.0M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $78.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $56.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $56.9M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $59.5M | 9.9K t |
| 2019 | $37.7M | 10.3K t |
| 2018 | $20.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 3.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports upholstered metal chairs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+323% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $67.2M | 85% |
| Spain | $9.4M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $696K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $278K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $125K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $60K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $58K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $53K | 0.1% |
| United States | $39K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.83 per kg, 46% above the world average of $6.74. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 upholstered metal chairs imports (HS 9401.71): 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 9401.71: Seats: with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Common questions
What is the value of upholstered metal chairs imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported upholstered metal chairs worth $79.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply upholstered metal chairs to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($67.2 million), followed by Spain (12%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 323% on the year.
What is the average import price of upholstered metal chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.83 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $6.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of upholstered metal chairs to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $79.0 million in 2024, an increase of 541%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $50.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for upholstered metal chairs?
The HS code for upholstered metal chairs is subheading 9401.71. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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