Veneer sheets imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported veneer sheets worth $156.6 million (410.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 197 countries. That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 152% 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 | $156.6M | 410.7K t |
| 2023 | $164.1M | 371.9K t |
| 2022 | $114.0M | 202.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $264K | 206 t |
| 2019 | $451K | 341 t |
| 2018 | $121K | 80 t |
| 2017 | $242K | 145 t |
Where Nigeria imports veneer sheets from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $156.0M | 100% |
| Germany | $143K | 0.1% |
| Gabon | $122K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $85K | 0.1% |
| United States | $51K | 0% |
| Spain | $45K | 0% |
| Kenya | $44K | 0% |
| Lebanon | $21K | 0% |
| Japan | $20K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 0% |
Product types under HS 4408
| 4408.39 | Tropical veneer sheets | 97% |
| 4408.90 | Veneer sheets (other) | 3.3% |
| 4408.10 | Softwood veneer sheets | 0.1% |
| 4408.31 | Wood, tropical: as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, dark red meranti, light red meranti, meranti bakau, sheets for veneer, plywood or… | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4408.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.38 per kg, 58% below the world average of $0.90, 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 veneer sheets imports (HS 4408): 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 4408: Sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or for similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or not, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of veneer sheets imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported veneer sheets worth $156.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 410.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 197 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply veneer sheets to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($156.0 million), followed by Germany (0%) and Gabon (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Gabon grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of veneer sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.38 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $0.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of veneer sheets to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $242 thousand in 2017 to $156.6 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $164.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for veneer sheets?
The HS code for veneer sheets is heading 4408. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 4408.39 (97% of the value) and 4408.90 (3%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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