Vehicle exhaust systems imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $2.2 million of vehicle exhaust systems in 2024 (579 tonnes). Value fell 23% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.6 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 | $2.2M | 579 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 485 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 706 t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 770 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 385 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 809 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 471 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 529 t |
Where Nigeria imports vehicle exhaust systems from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 58% |
| Turkey | $509K | 24% |
| Germany | $97K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $53K | 2.5% |
| India | $49K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $40K | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $28K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $26K | 1.2% |
| United States | $23K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $17K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.72 per kg, 72% below the world average of $13.25, 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.
Vehicle exhaust systems exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $417 thousand of vehicle exhaust systems in 2024 (24 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Belgium accounted for 78% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $324K | 78% |
| Italy | $92K | 22% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
| Cabo Verde | $0K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria vehicle exhaust systems imports (HS 8708.92): 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 8708.92: Vehicle parts: silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes: parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle exhaust systems imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported vehicle exhaust systems worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 579 tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle exhaust systems to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Turkey (24%) and Germany (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle exhaust systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.72 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $13.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle exhaust systems to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2022 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export vehicle exhaust systems?
Yes. Nigeria exported $417 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Italy and Turkey. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle exhaust systems?
The HS code for vehicle exhaust systems is subheading 8708.92. 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 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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