Maize imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported maize worth $201.2 million (530.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 12064% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $201.2M | 530.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $48.8M | 279.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 11.9K t |
| 2018 | $22.3M | 115.5K t |
| 2017 | $34.3M | 200.2K t |
Where Nigeria imports maize from
Most of the value came from Argentina (40%), Brazil (26%), United Arab Emirates (17%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | $79.6M | 40% |
| Brazil | $53.1M | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $35.0M | 17% |
| Ukraine | $12.4M | 6.2% |
| Serbia | $10.6M | 5.3% |
| Romania | $4.7M | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $617K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $312K | 0.2% |
| India | $108K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 1005
| 1005.90 | Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed | 60% |
| 1005.10 | Corn seed | 41% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1005.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.38 per kg, 58% above the world average of $0.24. 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.
Maize exports from Nigeria
Exports of maize by Nigeria reached $695 thousand in 2024 (11.0 thousand tonnes). Niger alone took 72% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+586% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $499K | 72% |
| United States | $92K | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $71K | 10% |
| Canada | $28K | 4.1% |
| Norway | $2K | 0.3% |
| Benin | $2K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria maize imports (HS 1005): 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 1005: Maize (corn).
Common questions
What is the value of maize imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported maize worth $201.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 530.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply maize to Nigeria?
Argentina was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($79.6 million), followed by Brazil (26%) and the United Arab Emirates (17%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 24 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of maize per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.38 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $0.24 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of maize to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.3 million in 2017 to $201.2 million in 2024, an increase of 487%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $40.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export maize?
Yes. Nigeria exported $695 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, the United States and the United Kingdom. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $200.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for maize?
The HS code for maize is heading 1005. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 1005.90 (60% of the value) and 1005.10 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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