Disinfectant imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported disinfectant worth $5.9 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $8.4 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 | $5.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 952 t |
Where Nigeria imports disinfectant from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (38%), United Arab Emirates (16%), Ireland (9%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+555% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.2M | 38% |
| United Arab Emirates | $965K | 17% |
| Ireland | $548K | 9.3% |
| China | $459K | 7.8% |
| Belgium | $369K | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $333K | 5.7% |
| Germany | $317K | 5.4% |
| India | $252K | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $103K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $92K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.40 per kg, close to the world average of $3.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Disinfectant exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported disinfectant worth $2.0 million (865 tonnes). Ghana alone took 95% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $1.9M | 95% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $53K | 2.6% |
| Cameroon | $35K | 1.7% |
| Niger | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria disinfectant imports (HS 3808.94): 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 3808.94: Disinfectants: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of disinfectant imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported disinfectant worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply disinfectant to Nigeria?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (16%) and Ireland (9%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 555% on the year.
What is the average import price of disinfectant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.40 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $3.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of disinfectant to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, an increase of 100%. The peak was 2020 at $8.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export disinfectant?
Yes. Nigeria exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire and Cameroon. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for disinfectant?
The HS code for disinfectant is subheading 3808.94. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
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