Synthetic tanning agents imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported synthetic tanning agents worth $2.7 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 55% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $9.1 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 | $2.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 4.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports synthetic tanning agents from
The largest suppliers were Italy (46%), Netherlands (26%), Belgium (5%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+401% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.3M | 47% |
| Netherlands | $715K | 26% |
| Belgium | $137K | 5% |
| Spain | $108K | 4% |
| Turkey | $95K | 3.5% |
| China | $82K | 3% |
| Germany | $77K | 2.8% |
| India | $69K | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $53K | 1.9% |
| France | $40K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.55 per kg, 51% above the world average of $1.69. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria synthetic tanning agents imports (HS 3202.10): 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 3202.10: Tanning substances: synthetic organic tanning substances.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic tanning agents imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported synthetic tanning agents worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 145 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic tanning agents to Nigeria?
Italy was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by the Netherlands (26%) and Belgium (5%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 401% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic tanning agents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.55 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $1.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic tanning agents to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 70%. The peak was 2020 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic tanning agents?
The HS code for synthetic tanning agents is subheading 3202.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3202 page.
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