Dried legumes exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
Nigeria exported $18.2 million of dried legumes in 2024 (16.5 thousand tonnes). That is 113% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18.2M | 16.5K t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 7.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 4.3K t |
Where Nigeria exports dried legumes to
India alone took 87% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $15.8M | 87% |
| United States | $1.2M | 6.5% |
| Canada | $864K | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $144K | 0.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $61K | 0.3% |
| Ghana | $44K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42K | 0.2% |
| Benin | $42K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $15K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0713
| 0713.60 | Dried pigeon peas | 84% |
| 0713.39 | Dried beans (other) | 6.6% |
| 0713.35 | Dried black-eyed peas | 3.7% |
| 0713.90 | Dried pulses (other) | 2.1% |
| 0713.34 | Vegetables, leguminous: bambara beans (Vigna subterranea or Voandzeia subterranea), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried | 1.4% |
| 0713.33 | Dried kidney beans | 1% |
| 0713.31 | Dried mung beans | 0.6% |
| 0713.40 | Dried lentils | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0713.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.10 per kg, 38% above the world average of $0.80. 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.
Dried legumes imports to Nigeria
Nigeria imported $6.1 million of dried legumes in 2024 (8.5 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from China (27%), United States (15%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+737% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 27% |
| United States | $898K | 15% |
| India | $886K | 15% |
| Niger | $734K | 12% |
| Madagascar | $718K | 12% |
| Turkey | $240K | 3.9% |
| Lebanon | $192K | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $153K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $149K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $118K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria dried legumes exports (HS 0713): 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 0713: Vegetables, leguminous; shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried legumes exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported dried legumes worth $18.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 113% on 2023.
Which countries buy dried legumes from Nigeria?
India was the largest buyer with 87% of the value ($15.8 million), followed by the United States (7%) and Canada (5%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. Benin grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average export price of dried legumes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $0.80 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of dried legumes from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $18.2 million in 2024, an increase of 466%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import dried legumes?
Yes. Nigeria imported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and India. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried legumes?
The HS code for dried legumes is heading 0713. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 0713.60 (84% of the value) and 0713.39 (7%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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