Other fresh vegetables imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of other fresh vegetables by Nigeria reached $13.4 million in 2024 (10.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 47% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $61.0 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 | $13.4M | 10.8K t |
| 2023 | $25.4M | 15.3K t |
| 2022 | $61.0M | 48.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 656 t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 678 t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 587 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 316 t |
Where Nigeria imports other fresh vegetables from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (35%), China (33%), Netherlands (28%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4.7M | 35% |
| China | $4.3M | 33% |
| Netherlands | $3.7M | 28% |
| South Africa | $147K | 1.1% |
| Argentina | $104K | 0.8% |
| Indonesia | $59K | 0.4% |
| India | $49K | 0.4% |
| Egypt | $31K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $23K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 0709
| 0709.60 | Fresh peppers | 65% |
| 0709.99 | Fresh vegetables (other) | 29% |
| 0709.59 | Fresh mushrooms (other) | 4% |
| 0709.51 | Fresh button mushrooms | 0.8% |
| 0709.93 | Pumpkins and squash | 0.3% |
| 0709.40 | Fresh celery | 0.2% |
| 0709.92 | Fresh table olives | 0.2% |
| 0709.91 | Fresh artichokes | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0709.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.24 per kg, 31% below the world average of $1.79, 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.
Other fresh vegetables exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $357 thousand of other fresh vegetables in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $183K | 51% |
| Niger | $90K | 25% |
| Benin | $24K | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 5% |
| Belgium | $13K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 2.5% |
| Togo | $9K | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $5K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.8% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria other fresh vegetables imports (HS 0709): 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 0709: Vegetables; n.e.c. in chapter 07, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of other fresh vegetables imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported other fresh vegetables worth $13.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply other fresh vegetables to Nigeria?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by China (33%) and the Netherlands (28%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average import price of other fresh vegetables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.24 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $1.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of other fresh vegetables to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $13.4 million in 2024, an increase of 714%. The peak was 2022 at $61.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.1 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export other fresh vegetables?
Yes. Nigeria exported $357 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Niger and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for other fresh vegetables?
The HS code for other fresh vegetables is heading 0709. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 0709.60 (65% of the value) and 0709.99 (29%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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