X-ray film imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $6.7 million of x-ray film in 2024 (42 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 258% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% 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 | $6.7M | 43 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 74 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 91 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 79 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 75 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 82 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 86 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 77 t |
Where Nigeria imports x-ray film from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+745% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $5.1M | 75% |
| Netherlands | $598K | 8.9% |
| United States | $597K | 8.9% |
| India | $179K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $131K | 1.9% |
| China | $44K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $40K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $36K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $30K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $11K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $158.52 per kg, 330% above the world average of $36.83. 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 x-ray film imports (HS 3701.10): 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 3701.10: Photographic plates and film: for x-ray, in the flat, sensitised, unexposed, of any material other than paper, paperboard or textiles.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray film imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported x-ray film worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 181 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 258% on 2023.
Which countries supply x-ray film to Nigeria?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (9%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 745% on the year.
What is the average import price of x-ray film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $158.52 per kg in 2024, 330% above the world average of $36.83 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of x-ray film to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 417%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for x-ray film?
The HS code for x-ray film is subheading 3701.10. It sits in HS chapter 37 (photographic or cinematographic goods). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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