Vinyl acetate imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $5.4 million of vinyl acetate in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.4 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 | $5.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 2.7K t |
Where Nigeria imports vinyl acetate from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.8M | 51% |
| India | $1.7M | 32% |
| Taiwan | $532K | 9.9% |
| China | $284K | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $107K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.17 per kg, 22% above the world average of $0.96. 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 vinyl acetate imports (HS 2915.32): 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 2915.32: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: vinyl acetate.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl acetate imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported vinyl acetate worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 111 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinyl acetate to Nigeria?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by India (32%) and Taiwan (10%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of vinyl acetate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.17 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $0.96 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vinyl acetate to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. The peak was 2022 at $8.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl acetate?
The HS code for vinyl acetate is subheading 2915.32. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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