Butter imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported butter worth $5.1 million (936 tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $5.1M | 936 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 446 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 334 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 403 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 365 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 314 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 291 t |
Where Nigeria imports butter from
One supplier dominates: New Zealand accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Uruguay grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $2.7M | 52% |
| United Kingdom | $600K | 12% |
| France | $443K | 8.6% |
| Denmark | $346K | 6.7% |
| Uruguay | $324K | 6.3% |
| Belgium | $272K | 5.3% |
| Spain | $126K | 2.5% |
| Poland | $82K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $73K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $62K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.49 per kg, close to the world average of $6.72.
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 butter imports (HS 0405.10): 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 0405.10: Dairy produce: derived from milk, butter.
Common questions
What is the value of butter imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported butter worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 936 tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply butter to Nigeria?
New Zealand was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (12%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Uruguay grew fastest among the top ten, up 192% on the year.
What is the average import price of butter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.49 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $6.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of butter to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 201%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for butter?
The HS code for butter is subheading 0405.10. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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