Antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported antimalarial medicines (packaged) worth $39.9 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 174 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 74% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $84.9 million.
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 | $39.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $23.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $29.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $84.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $61.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $41.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $18.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 956 t |
Where Nigeria imports antimalarial medicines (packaged) from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), India (38%), France (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.3M | 38% |
| India | $15.1M | 38% |
| France | $6.6M | 17% |
| Turkey | $855K | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $733K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $405K | 1% |
| Portugal | $402K | 1% |
| Belgium | $304K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $187K | 0.5% |
| Pakistan | $52K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.99 per kg, 53% below the world average of $25.73, 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.
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The shipment records behind Nigeria antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.60): 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 3004.60: Medicaments: containing antimalarial active principles described in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of antimalarial medicines (packaged) imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported antimalarial medicines (packaged) worth $39.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 174 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 74% on 2023.
Which countries supply antimalarial medicines (packaged) to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($15.3 million), followed by India (38%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 600% on the year.
What is the average import price of antimalarial medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.99 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $25.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of antimalarial medicines (packaged) to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $39.9 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. The peak was 2021 at $84.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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