Technically specified natural rubber exports from Nigeria: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of technically specified natural rubber by Nigeria reached $68.7 million in 2024 (39.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 24% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $68.7M | 39.4K t |
| 2023 | $55.5M | 36.1K t |
| 2022 | $79.4M | 87.9K t |
| 2021 | $69.8M | 39.1K t |
| 2020 | $43.8M | 30.6K t |
| 2019 | $57.0M | 38.3K t |
| 2018 | $58.3M | 36.8K t |
| 2017 | $70.0M | 37.6K t |
Where Nigeria exports technically specified natural rubber to
Most of it went to Italy (14%), Spain (13%), South Africa (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+280% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $9.6M | 14% |
| Spain | $8.6M | 13% |
| South Africa | $7.9M | 11% |
| India | $7.7M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $7.1M | 10% |
| Poland | $5.3M | 7.8% |
| France | $5.3M | 7.7% |
| China | $4.0M | 5.8% |
| Romania | $2.4M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.74 per kg, close to the world average of $1.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Technically specified natural rubber imports to Nigeria
Imports of technically specified natural rubber by Nigeria reached $1.9 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Cote d'Ivoire accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.9M | 100% |
| China | $4K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria technically specified natural rubber exports (HS 4001.22): 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 4001.22: Rubber: technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets).
Common questions
What is the value of technically specified natural rubber exported by Nigeria?
Nigeria exported technically specified natural rubber worth $68.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 89 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy technically specified natural rubber from Nigeria?
Italy was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($9.6 million), followed by Spain (13%) and South Africa (11%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 21 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 280% on the year.
What is the average export price of technically specified natural rubber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of technically specified natural rubber from Nigeria changed since 2017?
Exports went from $70.0 million in 2017 to $68.7 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $79.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $62.8 million a year.
Does Nigeria also import technically specified natural rubber?
Yes. Nigeria imported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Cote d'Ivoire, China and Malaysia. On balance Nigeria is a net exporter of this product, by about $66.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for technically specified natural rubber?
The HS code for technically specified natural rubber is subheading 4001.22. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4001 page.
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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