Fluorescent brightening agents imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported fluorescent brightening agents worth $6.8 million (854 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 76% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.0 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 | $6.8M | 854 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 274 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 438 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 273 t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 595 t |
Where Nigeria imports fluorescent brightening agents from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (40%), China (21%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+403% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $2.7M | 40% |
| China | $1.4M | 21% |
| Germany | $993K | 15% |
| Indonesia | $891K | 13% |
| India | $784K | 12% |
| Vietnam | $17K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.02 per kg, 127% above the world average of $3.54. 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 fluorescent brightening agents imports (HS 3204.20): 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 3204.20: Dyes: synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents.
Common questions
What is the value of fluorescent brightening agents imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported fluorescent brightening agents worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 854 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 170 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply fluorescent brightening agents to Nigeria?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (21%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 403% on the year.
What is the average import price of fluorescent brightening agents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.02 per kg in 2024, 127% above the world average of $3.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fluorescent brightening agents to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2022 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluorescent brightening agents?
The HS code for fluorescent brightening agents is subheading 3204.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3204 page.
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