Spices (other varieties) exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria exported spices (other varieties) worth $14.3 million (35.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 55% a year on average.
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 | $14.3M | 35.2K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 21.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 18.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 12.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $828K | 958 t |
| 2018 | $493K | 676 t |
| 2017 | $660K | 373 t |
Where Nigeria exports spices (other varieties) to
India alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $8.1M | 57% |
| China | $3.7M | 26% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 7.7% |
| United States | $574K | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $206K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $168K | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $100K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $69K | 0.5% |
| Cyprus | $45K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $40K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.41 per kg, 85% below the world average of $2.74, 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.
Spices (other varieties) imports to Nigeria
Imports of spices (other varieties) by Nigeria reached $8.5 million in 2024 (26.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Morocco (42%), United Kingdom (16%), Poland (11%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $3.6M | 42% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 16% |
| Poland | $971K | 11% |
| China | $954K | 11% |
| Turkey | $417K | 4.9% |
| Egypt | $281K | 3.3% |
| United States | $241K | 2.8% |
| India | $220K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $99K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $93K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria spices (other varieties) exports (HS 0910.99): 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 0910.99: Spices: n.e.c. in heading no. 0910.
Common questions
What is the value of spices (other varieties) exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported spices (other varieties) worth $14.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy spices (other varieties) from Nigeria?
India was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by China (26%) and Saudi Arabia (8%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 59 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 91% on the year.
What is the average export price of spices (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.41 per kg in 2024, 85% below the world average of $2.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of spices (other varieties) from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $660 thousand in 2017 to $14.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import spices (other varieties)?
Yes. Nigeria imported $8.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Morocco, the United Kingdom and Poland. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for spices (other varieties)?
The HS code for spices (other varieties) is subheading 0910.99. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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