Generating sets, diesel or semidiesel engines, output <75kVA,CKD for assembly industry — Nigeria Import Duty

Importing Generating sets, diesel or semidiesel engines, output <75kVA,CKD for assembly industry (HS 8502111000) into Nigeria carries a 5% import duty and a 0% levy, plus a 7% surcharge on duty, 1% CISS and 0.5% ETLS, then 7.5% VAT on that combined base. On a $10,000 CIF shipment, that works out to roughly $11,486.38 landed cost — about 14.86% above CIF. Rates are from the Nigeria Customs Service CET tariff, effective 2020-02-11.

Rate table (HS 8502111000)

Import duty5%
Levy0%
Surcharge (of duty)7%
CISS1%
ETLS0.5%
VAT7.5%
Excise (not included in landed cost)0%
Effective date2020-02-11

Worked example — $10,000 CIF

ItemRateAmount
CIF$10,000
Import duty5%$500
Levy0%$0
Surcharge7%$35
CISS1%$100
ETLS0.5%$50
VAT7.5%$801.38
CIF + import taxes$11,486.38

Excludes port, terminal handling, clearing-agent and inland transport fees — your actual landed cost will be higher. Message us for a full clearing quote.

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Frequently asked questions

What import duty applies to Generating sets, diesel or semidiesel engines, output <75kVA,CKD for assembly industry?

HS 8502111000 (Generating sets, diesel or semidiesel engines, output <75kVA,CKD for assembly industry) carries a 5% import duty, 0% levy, 7% surcharge, 1% CISS, 0.5% ETLS and 7.5% VAT, per the Nigeria Customs Service CET tariff effective 2020-02-11.

Are there import restrictions on Generating sets, diesel or semidiesel engines, output <75kVA,CKD for assembly industry?

SONCAP certification required for regulated electrical/electronic products (plugs, cables, household appliances, batteries, etc.).

Does Generating sets, diesel or semidiesel engines, output <75kVA,CKD for assembly industry require SONCAP or NAFDAC certification?

SONCAP certification required for regulated electrical/electronic products (plugs, cables, household appliances, batteries, etc.).

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These figures are estimates for planning purposes only. Duty rates and exchange rates change with government policy, and final clearance costs are determined solely by the Nigeria Customs Service and your licensed clearing agent at the point of entry. GoFair and EuroVista are not affiliated with the Nigeria Customs Service.