Ethyl alcohol imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ethyl alcohol by Nigeria reached $218.6 million in 2024 (198.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 176% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $218.6M | 198.8K t |
| 2023 | $79.3M | 100.3K t |
| 2022 | $158.4M | 151.3K t |
| 2021 | $146.3M | 257.2K t |
| 2020 | $75.4M | 163.6K t |
| 2019 | $70.8M | 130.9K t |
| 2018 | $74.7M | 135.0K t |
| 2017 | $97.8M | 160.4K t |
Where Nigeria imports ethyl alcohol from
United States alone supplied 50% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+432% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $109.6M | 50% |
| Brazil | $104.5M | 48% |
| France | $2.1M | 0.9% |
| Pakistan | $870K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $730K | 0.3% |
| India | $437K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $180K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $140K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $39K | 0% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $36K | 0% |
Product types under HS 2207
| 2207.20 | Denatured alcohol | 57% |
| 2207.10 | Neutral alcohol (high strength) | 43% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2207.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.10 per kg, close to the world average of $0.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethyl alcohol exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $2.2 million of ethyl alcohol in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Benin accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Burkina Faso grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Benin | $1.4M | 63% |
| Burkina Faso | $546K | 24% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $143K | 6.4% |
| Togo | $90K | 4% |
| Ghana | $44K | 2% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
| Niger | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria ethyl alcohol imports (HS 2207): 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 2207: Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher; ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength.
Common questions
What is the value of ethyl alcohol imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported ethyl alcohol worth $218.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 198.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 210 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 176% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethyl alcohol to Nigeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($109.6 million), followed by Brazil (48%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 432% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethyl alcohol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $0.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethyl alcohol to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $97.8 million in 2017 to $218.6 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $115.2 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export ethyl alcohol?
Yes. Nigeria exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Benin, Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $216.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethyl alcohol?
The HS code for ethyl alcohol is heading 2207. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 2207.20 (57% of the value) and 2207.10 (43%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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