Raw hides and skins imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported raw hides and skins worth $9.7 million (8.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 71% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 54% a year on average.
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 | $9.7M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 7.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $970K | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $472K | 785 t |
Where Nigeria imports raw hides and skins from
Tanzania alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $5.3M | 55% |
| Kenya | $3.4M | 35% |
| India | $271K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $188K | 1.9% |
| Venezuela | $131K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $113K | 1.2% |
| Sudan | $105K | 1.1% |
| Uganda | $86K | 0.9% |
| Somalia | $39K | 0.4% |
| Mauritania | $25K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.21 per kg, 67% below the world average of $3.67, 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.
Raw hides and skins exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported raw hides and skins worth $6.6 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Hong Kong alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $6.5M | 100% |
| Italy | $25K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria raw hides and skins imports (HS 4103): 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 4103: Raw hides and skins n.e.c in headings no. 4101, 4102; fresh, salted, dried, pickled or otherwise preserved, not further prepared, whether or not dehaired or split.
Common questions
What is the value of raw hides and skins imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported raw hides and skins worth $9.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 115 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply raw hides and skins to Nigeria?
Tanzania was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Kenya (35%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 959% on the year.
What is the average import price of raw hides and skins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.21 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $3.67 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of raw hides and skins to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $472 thousand in 2017 to $9.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export raw hides and skins?
Yes. Nigeria exported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong and Italy. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw hides and skins?
The HS code for raw hides and skins is heading 4103. In Nigeria all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4103.90. It sits in HS chapter 41 (raw hides and skins (other than furskins) and leather). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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