Zinc powder imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of zinc powder by Nigeria reached $2.1 million in 2024 (505 tonnes). Value rose 163% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 49% 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 | $2.1M | 505 t |
| 2023 | $798K | 187 t |
| 2022 | $696K | 171 t |
| 2021 | $360K | 63 t |
| 2020 | $294K | 91 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 244 t |
| 2018 | $179K | 39 t |
| 2017 | $129K | 40 t |
Where Nigeria imports zinc powder from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+528% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.2M | 55% |
| Malaysia | $314K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $291K | 14% |
| South Africa | $119K | 5.7% |
| China | $76K | 3.6% |
| Norway | $64K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $52K | 2.5% |
| India | $18K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 7903
| 7903.10 | Zinc dust | 59% |
| 7903.90 | Zinc flakes | 41% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7903.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.16 per kg, 162% above the world average of $1.59. 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.
Zinc powder exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported zinc powder worth $1.2 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). Thailand alone took 96% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $1.1M | 96% |
| Belgium | $47K | 4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria zinc powder imports (HS 7903): 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 7903: Zinc; dust, powders and flakes.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc powder imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported zinc powder worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 505 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 170 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 163% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc powder to Nigeria?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Malaysia (15%) and the United Kingdom (14%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 528% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.16 per kg in 2024, 162% above the world average of $1.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of zinc powder to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $128 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $718 thousand a year.
Does Nigeria also export zinc powder?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand and Belgium. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $930 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for zinc powder?
The HS code for zinc powder is heading 7903. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 7903.10 (59% of the value) and 7903.90 (41%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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