Pepper and chili imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported pepper and chili worth $7.6 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 1.5K t |
Where Nigeria imports pepper and chili from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), India (29%), Vietnam (9%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 47% |
| India | $2.2M | 29% |
| Vietnam | $659K | 8.6% |
| Indonesia | $333K | 4.4% |
| France | $257K | 3.4% |
| United States | $210K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $110K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $98K | 1.3% |
| Ghana | $72K | 0.9% |
| Madagascar | $46K | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 0904
| 0904.22 | Ground chili powder | 74% |
| 0904.12 | Ground black pepper | 17% |
| 0904.11 | Peppercorns | 8.8% |
| 0904.21 | Dried chili peppers | 0.4% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0904.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, close to the world average of $3.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pepper and chili exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $1.3 million of pepper and chili in 2024 (640 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (13%), United States (11%), Spain (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+575% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $167K | 13% |
| United States | $150K | 11% |
| Spain | $116K | 8.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $113K | 8.6% |
| Canada | $102K | 7.7% |
| South Korea | $99K | 7.5% |
| Israel | $97K | 7.3% |
| India | $75K | 5.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $69K | 5.2% |
| Niger | $66K | 5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria pepper and chili imports (HS 0904): 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 0904: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta.
Common questions
What is the value of pepper and chili imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported pepper and chili worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply pepper and chili to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by India (29%) and Vietnam (9%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 831% on the year.
What is the average import price of pepper and chili per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $3.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of pepper and chili to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2021 at $8.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export pepper and chili?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and Spain. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for pepper and chili?
The HS code for pepper and chili is heading 0904. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 0904.22 (74% of the value) and 0904.12 (17%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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