Corn seed imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of corn seed by Nigeria reached $81.4 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 9548% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 83% 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 | $81.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $844K | 419 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 864 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 584 t |
| 2020 | $972K | 604 t |
| 2019 | $12K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $878K | 125 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 329 t |
Where Nigeria imports corn seed from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (43%), Argentina (29%), Brazil (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $35.0M | 43% |
| Argentina | $23.8M | 29% |
| Brazil | $8.9M | 11% |
| Ukraine | $8.3M | 10% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 5.5% |
| Turkey | $602K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $145K | 0.2% |
| China | $103K | 0.1% |
| India | $88K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $31K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.86 per kg, 3327% above the world average of $1.28. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 corn seed imports (HS 1005.10): 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 1005.10: Cereals: maize (corn), seed.
Common questions
What is the value of corn seed imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported corn seed worth $81.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 187 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports.
Which countries supply corn seed to Nigeria?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($35.0 million), followed by Argentina (29%) and Brazil (11%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 234% on the year.
What is the average import price of corn seed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.86 per kg in 2024, 3327% above the world average of $1.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of corn seed to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $81.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for corn seed?
The HS code for corn seed is subheading 1005.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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