Rum imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rum by Nigeria reached $2.8 million in 2024 (824 tonnes). That is 40% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $2.8M | 824 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 604 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 533 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 621 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 344 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 712 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 382 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 314 t |
Where Nigeria imports rum from
Most of the value came from United States (38%), Italy (37%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+415% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 38% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 38% |
| France | $378K | 13% |
| Spain | $108K | 3.9% |
| Germany | $84K | 3% |
| Belgium | $35K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 1.2% |
| Brazil | $18K | 0.7% |
| Sweden | $14K | 0.5% |
| India | $10K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.41 per kg, 21% below the world average of $4.31, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria rum imports (HS 2208.40): 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 2208.40: Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products.
Common questions
What is the value of rum imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported rum worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 824 tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply rum to Nigeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Italy (37%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 415% on the year.
What is the average import price of rum per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.41 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $4.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rum to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for rum?
The HS code for rum is subheading 2208.40. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
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