Seaweeds and plant products exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria exported seaweeds and plant products worth $49.2 million (25.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $70.5 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 | $49.2M | 25.8K t |
| 2023 | $70.5M | 26.3K t |
| 2022 | $31.4M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 27.0K t |
| 2020 | $21.6M | 17.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.4M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $19.1M | 16.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.9M | 9.9K t |
Where Nigeria exports seaweeds and plant products to
Most of it went to China (48%), Germany (29%), Turkey (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.7M | 48% |
| Germany | $14.1M | 29% |
| Turkey | $3.9M | 7.9% |
| United States | $3.5M | 7.2% |
| Ukraine | $1.9M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $782K | 1.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $538K | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $303K | 0.6% |
| Albania | $142K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $86K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 1212
| 1212.99 | Plant products (other) | 100% |
| 1212.92 | Locust beans (carob): fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground | 0.1% |
| 1212.93 | Sugar cane bagasse | 0.1% |
| 1212.21 | Edible seaweed | 0% |
| 1212.29 | Industrial seaweed | 0% |
| 1212.91 | Sugar beet pulp | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1212.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.90 per kg, 179% above the world average of $0.68. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Seaweeds and plant products imports to Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria imported seaweeds and plant products worth $1.5 million (5.7 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Niger accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Algeria grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $932K | 61% |
| United Kingdom | $245K | 16% |
| France | $116K | 7.6% |
| Algeria | $99K | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $49K | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $34K | 2.3% |
| China | $21K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 1.1% |
| Benin | $10K | 0.7% |
| Saint Lucia | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria seaweeds and plant products exports (HS 1212): 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 1212: Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet, sugar cane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones, kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots) used primarily for human consumption, n.e.c..
Common questions
What is the value of seaweeds and plant products exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported seaweeds and plant products worth $49.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 177 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy seaweeds and plant products from Nigeria?
China was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($23.7 million), followed by Germany (29%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 45 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 173% on the year.
What is the average export price of seaweeds and plant products per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.90 per kg in 2024, 179% above the world average of $0.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of seaweeds and plant products from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.9 million in 2017 to $49.2 million in 2024, an increase of 230%. The peak was 2023 at $70.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.4 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import seaweeds and plant products?
Yes. Nigeria imported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Niger, the United Kingdom and France. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $47.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for seaweeds and plant products?
The HS code for seaweeds and plant products is heading 1212. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 1212.99 (100% of the value) and 1212.92 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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