Zinc ore exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria exported zinc ore worth $61.0 million (76.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 0%. That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $103.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $61.0M | 76.7K t |
| 2023 | $50.0M | 69.0K t |
| 2022 | $103.1M | 115.0K t |
| 2021 | $53.5M | 64.4K t |
| 2020 | $30.6M | 53.2K t |
| 2019 | $28.0M | 46.4K t |
| 2018 | $44.3M | 53.7K t |
| 2017 | $27.4M | 44.6K t |
Where Nigeria exports zinc ore to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $60.8M | 100% |
| Belgium | $236K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $4K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Poland | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.80 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.05, 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 zinc ore exports (HS 2608): 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 2608: Zinc ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc ore exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported zinc ore worth $61.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 76.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 111 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc ore from Nigeria?
China was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($60.8 million), followed by Belgium (0%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 976% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.80 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc ore from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.4 million in 2017 to $61.0 million in 2024, an increase of 123%. The peak was 2022 at $103.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $49.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc ore?
The HS code for zinc ore is heading 2608. In Nigeria all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2608.00. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2608 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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