Non-ionic surfactant imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of non-ionic surfactant by Nigeria reached $15.7 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.9M | 10.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $14.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.4M | 3.0K t |
Where Nigeria imports non-ionic surfactant from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.4M | 79% |
| India | $955K | 6.1% |
| Indonesia | $503K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $308K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $282K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $271K | 1.7% |
| Denmark | $216K | 1.4% |
| United States | $207K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $130K | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | $112K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.46 per kg, close to the world average of $2.64.
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 non-ionic surfactant imports (HS 3402.13): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 3402.13: Organic surface-active agents: non-ionic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of non-ionic surfactant imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported non-ionic surfactant worth $15.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-ionic surfactant to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($12.4 million), followed by India (6%) and Indonesia (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 416% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-ionic surfactant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.46 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $2.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of non-ionic surfactant to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.4 million in 2017 to $15.7 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-ionic surfactant?
The HS code for non-ionic surfactant is subheading 3402.13. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for Nigeria, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World non-ionic surfactant trade: top importers and exporters
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.