Palm nuts and kernels exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria exported palm nuts and kernels worth $2.3 million (24.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. That is 95% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 63% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.4 million.
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 | $2.3M | 24.8K t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 13.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.4M | 15.1K t |
| 2021 | $2K | 7 t |
| 2020 | $3K | 5 t |
| 2019 | $16K | 145 t |
| 2018 | $7K | 5 t |
| 2017 | $77K | 120 t |
Where Nigeria exports palm nuts and kernels to
One buyer market dominates: Portugal accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $2.1M | 88% |
| Poland | $155K | 6.7% |
| China | $93K | 4% |
| Finland | $17K | 0.7% |
| United States | $7K | 0.3% |
| Niger | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.09 per kg, 79% below the world average of $0.42, 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.
Palm nuts and kernels imports to Nigeria
Imports of palm nuts and kernels by Nigeria reached $1.2 million in 2024 (161 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Indonesia accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $967K | 83% |
| Colombia | $160K | 14% |
| Benin | $35K | 3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $6K | 0.5% |
| Cameroon | $2K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria palm nuts and kernels exports (HS 1207.10): 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 1207.10: Oil seeds: palm nuts and kernels, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of palm nuts and kernels exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported palm nuts and kernels worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 83 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 95% on 2023.
Which countries buy palm nuts and kernels from Nigeria?
Portugal was the largest buyer with 88% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Poland (7%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 467% on the year.
What is the average export price of palm nuts and kernels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.09 per kg in 2024, 79% below the world average of $0.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of palm nuts and kernels from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $77 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $9.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import palm nuts and kernels?
Yes. Nigeria imported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Indonesia, Colombia and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for palm nuts and kernels?
The HS code for palm nuts and kernels is subheading 1207.10. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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