Valve and tap parts imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $32.2 million of valve and tap parts in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 39% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $53.2 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 | $32.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $53.2M | 7.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.0M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $26.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $35.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $26.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $48.2M | 824 t |
Where Nigeria imports valve and tap parts from
Most of the value came from China (25%), United States (15%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+359% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.9M | 25% |
| United States | $4.9M | 15% |
| Italy | $3.7M | 12% |
| India | $2.5M | 7.9% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 5.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 3.6% |
| France | $1.1M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Norway | $1.0M | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.16 per kg, 64% below the world average of $19.65, 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.
Valve and tap parts exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $674 thousand of valve and tap parts in 2024 (345 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 57% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $382K | 57% |
| Angola | $229K | 34% |
| Spain | $33K | 4.8% |
| United States | $11K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 1.6% |
| Burkina Faso | $3K | 0.5% |
| Niger | $2K | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | $2K | 0.2% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria valve and tap parts imports (HS 8481.90): 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 8481.90: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of valve and tap parts imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported valve and tap parts worth $32.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply valve and tap parts to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by the United States (15%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 359% on the year.
What is the average import price of valve and tap parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.16 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $19.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of valve and tap parts to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48.2 million in 2017 to $32.2 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2023 at $53.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.5 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export valve and tap parts?
Yes. Nigeria exported $674 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Angola and Spain. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $31.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for valve and tap parts?
The HS code for valve and tap parts is subheading 8481.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8481 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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