Spirits and liqueurs imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of spirits and liqueurs by Nigeria reached $98.2 million in 2024 (23.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 21% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $176.4 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 | $98.2M | 23.6K t |
| 2023 | $124.9M | 31.3K t |
| 2022 | $153.4M | 32.3K t |
| 2021 | $176.4M | 37.0K t |
| 2020 | $102.9M | 24.8K t |
| 2019 | $119.2M | 32.1K t |
| 2018 | $98.9M | 19.7K t |
| 2017 | $78.1M | 19.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports spirits and liqueurs from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (32%), France (11%), Belgium (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $31.6M | 32% |
| France | $10.8M | 11% |
| Belgium | $8.0M | 8.2% |
| Ireland | $7.3M | 7.5% |
| United States | $6.9M | 7% |
| Italy | $5.6M | 5.7% |
| India | $5.6M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 5.3% |
| China | $3.5M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $3.4M | 3.4% |
Product types under HS 2208
| 2208.30 | Whiskey | 48% |
| 2208.90 | Spirits (other types) | 23% |
| 2208.20 | Brandy | 11% |
| 2208.70 | Liqueurs and cordials | 11% |
| 2208.40 | Rum | 2.9% |
| 2208.60 | Vodka | 2.6% |
| 2208.50 | Gin | 2.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2208.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.16 per kg, 23% below the world average of $5.43, 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.
Spirits and liqueurs exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $389 thousand of spirits and liqueurs in 2024 (441 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Republic of the Congo (22%), United Kingdom (17%), Benin (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+898% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of the Congo | $86K | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $67K | 17% |
| Benin | $43K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 8.6% |
| Niger | $28K | 7.1% |
| United States | $15K | 3.9% |
| Cambodia | $15K | 3.8% |
| Zambia | $14K | 3.5% |
| Austria | $12K | 3.1% |
| Kenya | $11K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria spirits and liqueurs imports (HS 2208): 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: Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages.
Common questions
What is the value of spirits and liqueurs imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported spirits and liqueurs worth $98.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 226 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply spirits and liqueurs to Nigeria?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($31.6 million), followed by France (11%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of spirits and liqueurs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.16 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $5.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of spirits and liqueurs to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $78.1 million in 2017 to $98.2 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2021 at $176.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $119.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export spirits and liqueurs?
Yes. Nigeria exported $389 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Republic of the Congo, the United Kingdom and Benin. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $97.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for spirits and liqueurs?
The HS code for spirits and liqueurs is heading 2208. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 2208.30 (48% of the value) and 2208.90 (23%).
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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