Zirconium ore exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria exported zirconium ore worth $21.6 million (81.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 109% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average.
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 | $21.6M | 81.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 34.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 11.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 9.4K t |
Where Nigeria exports zirconium ore to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.6M | 100% |
| Vietnam | $16K | 0.1% |
| India | $14K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.27 per kg, 76% below the world average of $1.12, 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 zirconium ore exports (HS 2615.10): 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 2615.10: Zirconium ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of zirconium ore exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported zirconium ore worth $21.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 81.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 72 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 109% on 2023.
Which countries buy zirconium ore from Nigeria?
China was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($21.6 million), followed by Vietnam (0%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 115% on the year.
What is the average export price of zirconium ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.27 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $1.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of zirconium ore from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $21.6 million in 2024, an increase of 525%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for zirconium ore?
The HS code for zirconium ore is subheading 2615.10. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2615 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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