Who buys vitrified & ceramic tiles in Lagos
Buyer sectors in Lagos relevant to vitrified & ceramic tiles: construction.
- Trade hub: Balogun Market (Lagos Island textiles), Idumota (pharma/general), Alaba International (electronics), Ladipo (auto parts), Computer Village Ikeja, Trade Fair Complex (Ojo), Mile 12 produce market, Lekki Free Zone (incl. Dangote refinery, Lekki Port), Lagos Free Trade Zone, Apapa/Tin Can ports, Ikeja & Agbara industrial estates
Buyer-sector notes are our market assessment; wholesale market names are checked where marked in our data.
Vitrified & Ceramic Tiles for Lagos buyers: typical specification
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Water absorption | ≤ 0.5% for vitrified/porcelain (ISO 13006 Group BIa); 10-20% for ceramic wall tiles (typical) |
| Sizes | 600x600, 600x1200, 800x800, 800x1600, 1200x2400 mm; wall 300x450, 300x600 (typical) |
| Thickness | 8-9 mm (600x600), 9-15 mm slabs, 20 mm outdoor (typical) |
| Modulus of rupture | ≥ 35 N/mm² for BIa (ISO 13006, typical) |
| Finish | Glossy, satin, matt, carving, sugar/lappato, anti-slip R10-R11 (typical) |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How long does vitrified & ceramic tiles take to reach Lagos from India?
About 25-38 days at sea from Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) to Lagos, plus inland and clearance time (estimate).
Where are the wholesale markets for imported food and goods in Lagos?
Balogun Market (Lagos Island textiles), Idumota (pharma/general), Alaba International (electronics), Ladipo (auto parts), Computer Village Ikeja, Trade Fair Complex (Ojo), Mile 12 produce market, Lekki Free Zone (incl. Dangote refinery, Lekki Port), Lagos Free Trade Zone, Apapa/Tin Can ports, Ikeja & Agbara industrial estates.
Can you deliver vitrified & ceramic tiles door-to-door in Lagos?
Yes on DAP terms through partner forwarders, provided the importer of record in Nigeria handles customs clearance.
What is the difference between vitrified and ceramic tiles?
Vitrified/porcelain tiles have water absorption of 0.5% or less, so they are dense and strong for floors. Ceramic wall tiles are more porous and lighter.
Do EU anti-dumping duties apply?
Yes. Indian ceramic tiles carry producer-specific EU anti-dumping duties, so the rate depends on the factory.
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