Water-based polymer paint imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $7.4 million of water-based polymer paint in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $12.3 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 | $7.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $12.3M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 1.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports water-based polymer paint from
South Africa alone supplied 83% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $6.1M | 83% |
| China | $446K | 6% |
| Egypt | $184K | 2.5% |
| India | $154K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $144K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $74K | 1% |
| Italy | $57K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $50K | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $26K | 0.4% |
| Morocco | $23K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.23 per kg, 41% below the world average of $3.79, 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 water-based polymer paint imports (HS 3209.90): 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 3209.90: Paints and varnishes: (based on polymers other than acrylic or vinyl), dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of water-based polymer paint imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported water-based polymer paint worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-based polymer paint to Nigeria?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by China (6%) and Egypt (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-based polymer paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.23 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $3.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of water-based polymer paint to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 126%. The peak was 2021 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-based polymer paint?
The HS code for water-based polymer paint is subheading 3209.90. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3209 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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