Water-based paint imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported water-based paint worth $10.2 million (4.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $20.4 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 | $10.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.3M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $20.4M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.6M | 4.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports water-based paint from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.3M | 62% |
| China | $694K | 6.8% |
| Portugal | $516K | 5% |
| Turkey | $433K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $318K | 3.1% |
| India | $303K | 3% |
| Italy | $290K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $245K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $191K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $169K | 1.6% |
Product types under HS 3209
| 3209.90 | Water-based polymer paint | 72% |
| 3209.10 | Acrylic water-based paint | 28% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3209.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, 32% below the world average of $3.08, 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.
Water-based paint exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported water-based paint worth $248 thousand (418 tonnes). Niger alone took 68% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $169K | 68% |
| Gambia | $23K | 9.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $18K | 7.3% |
| Mauritius | $14K | 5.5% |
| Ghana | $13K | 5.1% |
| Togo | $7K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $1K | 0.3% |
| Benin | $0K | 0.2% |
| India | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria water-based paint imports (HS 3209): 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 3209: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based paint imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported water-based paint worth $10.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-based paint to Nigeria?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by China (7%) and Portugal (5%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-based paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $3.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of water-based paint to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.6 million in 2017 to $10.2 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2021 at $20.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export water-based paint?
Yes. Nigeria exported $248 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, the Gambia and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $10.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based paint?
The HS code for water-based paint is heading 3209. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 3209.90 (72% of the value) and 3209.10 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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