Onions and garlic exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria exported onions and garlic worth $19.7 million (49.9 thousand tonnes). That is 552% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 324% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19.7M | 49.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 21.0K t |
| 2022 | $786K | 13.4K t |
| 2021 | $947K | 15.9K t |
| 2020 | $274K | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $131K | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $43K | 940 t |
| 2017 | $1K | 0 t |
Where Nigeria exports onions and garlic to
One buyer market dominates: Cote d'Ivoire accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+917% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $19.2M | 98% |
| Niger | $339K | 1.7% |
| Ghana | $103K | 0.5% |
| Benin | $45K | 0.2% |
| Burkina Faso | $4K | 0% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Iceland | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 0703
| 0703.10 | Fresh onions | 100% |
| 0703.20 | Fresh garlic | 0.1% |
| 0703.90 | Leeks and shallots | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0703.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.40 per kg, 47% below the world average of $0.76, 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.
Onions and garlic imports to Nigeria
Imports of onions and garlic by Nigeria reached $6.0 million in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (48%), United Kingdom (18%), Kenya (11%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 48% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 18% |
| Kenya | $629K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $522K | 8.7% |
| India | $362K | 6.1% |
| Niger | $217K | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $170K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $92K | 1.5% |
| Morocco | $19K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria onions and garlic exports (HS 0703): 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 0703: Onions, shallots, garlic, leeks and other alliaceous vegetables; fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of onions and garlic exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported onions and garlic worth $19.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 49.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 552% on 2023.
Which countries buy onions and garlic from Nigeria?
Cote d'Ivoire was the largest buyer with 97% of the value ($19.2 million), followed by Niger (2%) and Ghana (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest among the top ten, up 917% on the year.
What is the average export price of onions and garlic per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.40 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $0.76 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of onions and garlic from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1 thousand in 2017 to $19.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import onions and garlic?
Yes. Nigeria imported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and Kenya. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for onions and garlic?
The HS code for onions and garlic is heading 0703. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 0703.10 (100% of the value) and 0703.20 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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