Mixed spices imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported mixed spices worth $11.9 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $26.4 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 | $11.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $26.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $11.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 2.7K t |
Where Nigeria imports mixed spices from
India alone supplied 62% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $7.3M | 62% |
| France | $4.3M | 36% |
| Lebanon | $75K | 0.6% |
| United States | $62K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $55K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $19K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $14K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12K | 0.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2K | 0% |
| Niger | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.32 per kg, 30% below the world average of $4.74, 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.
Mixed spices exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported mixed spices worth $272 thousand (161 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (44%), Cyprus (16%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $120K | 44% |
| Cyprus | $44K | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $39K | 14% |
| Italy | $31K | 11% |
| Ireland | $13K | 4.9% |
| India | $7K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $5K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $4K | 1.6% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria mixed spices imports (HS 0910.91): 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 0910.91: Spices: mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed spices imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported mixed spices worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 217 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply mixed spices to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by France (36%) and Lebanon (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 356% on the year.
What is the average import price of mixed spices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.32 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $4.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mixed spices to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. The peak was 2020 at $26.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.7 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export mixed spices?
Yes. Nigeria exported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Cyprus and the United Kingdom. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for mixed spices?
The HS code for mixed spices is subheading 0910.91. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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