Perfume imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of perfume by Nigeria reached $26.1 million in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 65% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $73.7 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 | $26.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $73.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $44.3M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $58.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $45.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $53.5M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $46.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $17.8M | 1.6K t |
Where Nigeria imports perfume from
Most of the value came from Cote d'Ivoire (33%), France (17%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $8.6M | 33% |
| France | $4.5M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 13% |
| China | $1.5M | 5.9% |
| India | $1.4M | 5.6% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $1.0M | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $913K | 3.5% |
| United States | $747K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $640K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.92 per kg, 81% below the world average of $31.99, 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.
Perfume exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $1.2 million of perfume in 2024 (381 tonnes). Republic of the Congo alone took 81% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of the Congo | $968K | 81% |
| Angola | $67K | 5.7% |
| Ghana | $59K | 4.9% |
| Tanzania | $54K | 4.6% |
| Niger | $22K | 1.8% |
| Senegal | $6K | 0.5% |
| Central African Republic | $3K | 0.3% |
| United States | $3K | 0.3% |
| Benin | $2K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria perfume imports (HS 3303): 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 3303: Perfumes and toilet waters.
Common questions
What is the value of perfume imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported perfume worth $26.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 65% on 2023.
Which countries supply perfume to Nigeria?
Cote d'Ivoire was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by France (17%) and the United Kingdom (13%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average import price of perfume per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.92 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $31.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of perfume to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.8 million in 2017 to $26.1 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2023 at $73.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $45.7 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export perfume?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Republic of the Congo, Angola and Ghana. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $24.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for perfume?
The HS code for perfume is heading 3303. In Nigeria all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3303.00. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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