Tanned hides and skins exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria exported tanned hides and skins worth $8.5 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 102 countries for exports of this product. That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 28% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $83.0 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 | $8.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $17.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $18.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $37.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $38.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $62.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $83.0M | 5.2K t |
Where Nigeria exports tanned hides and skins to
Most of it went to Spain (36%), Italy (24%), India (19%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+348% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.1M | 36% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 24% |
| India | $1.6M | 19% |
| China | $845K | 9.9% |
| Brazil | $223K | 2.6% |
| Pakistan | $191K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $167K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $115K | 1.3% |
| United States | $80K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $70K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 4106
| 4106.21 | Tanned or crust hides and skins: of goats or kids, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state… | 68% |
| 4106.22 | Tanned or crust hides and skins: of goats or kids, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust) | 32% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4106.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.91 per kg, close to the world average of $3.91.
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 tanned hides and skins exports (HS 4106): 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 4106: Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of tanned hides and skins exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported tanned hides and skins worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 102 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy tanned hides and skins from Nigeria?
Spain was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Italy (24%) and India (19%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 12 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 348% on the year.
What is the average export price of tanned hides and skins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.91 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of tanned hides and skins from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $83.0 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, a fall of 90%. The peak was 2017 at $83.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for tanned hides and skins?
The HS code for tanned hides and skins is heading 4106. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 4106.21 (68% of the value) and 4106.22 (32%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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