Modified starch imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported modified starch worth $7.2 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). That is 11% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $7.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 4.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports modified starch from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), Germany (18%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+320% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 29% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $858K | 12% |
| Thailand | $723K | 10% |
| Slovakia | $655K | 9% |
| India | $461K | 6.4% |
| United States | $288K | 4% |
| Chile | $185K | 2.6% |
| Vietnam | $110K | 1.5% |
| Israel | $109K | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 3505
| 3505.10 | Dextrins and other modified starches | 96% |
| 3505.20 | Starch adhesive | 4.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3505.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.35 per kg, close to the world average of $1.27.
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 modified starch imports (HS 3505): 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 3505: Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of modified starch imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported modified starch worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply modified starch to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Germany (18%) and the Netherlands (12%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 320% on the year.
What is the average import price of modified starch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.35 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $1.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of modified starch to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. The peak was 2022 at $8.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for modified starch?
The HS code for modified starch is heading 3505. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 3505.10 (96% of the value) and 3505.20 (4%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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