Grated cheese imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported grated cheese worth $2.3 million (991 tonnes). That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 70% 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 | $2.3M | 991 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 456 t |
| 2022 | $891K | 217 t |
| 2021 | $356K | 85 t |
| 2020 | $165K | 39 t |
| 2019 | $99K | 21 t |
| 2018 | $32K | 6 t |
| 2017 | $57K | 10 t |
Where Nigeria imports grated cheese from
One supplier dominates: Denmark accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+513% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $1.4M | 59% |
| China | $473K | 20% |
| South Africa | $158K | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $90K | 3.8% |
| Argentina | $66K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $52K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $49K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $46K | 2% |
| Egypt | $29K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, 63% below the world average of $6.39, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 grated cheese imports (HS 0406.20): 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 0406.20: Dairy produce: cheese of all kinds, grated or powdered.
Common questions
What is the value of grated cheese imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported grated cheese worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 991 tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply grated cheese to Nigeria?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by China (20%) and South Africa (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 513% on the year.
What is the average import price of grated cheese per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $6.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of grated cheese to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $57 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $725 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for grated cheese?
The HS code for grated cheese is subheading 0406.20. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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