Tissue paper imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported tissue paper worth $15.4 million (10.3 thousand tonnes). That is 274% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
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 | $15.4M | 10.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 6.1K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 3.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports tissue paper from
United States alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+769% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.2M | 72% |
| Turkey | $2.0M | 13% |
| China | $1.4M | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $347K | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $207K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $182K | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $45K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $25K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $12K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.50 per kg, close to the world average of $1.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tissue paper exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported tissue paper worth $1.2 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Cote d'Ivoire (31%), Ghana (25%), Senegal (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+822% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $356K | 31% |
| Ghana | $289K | 25% |
| Senegal | $156K | 14% |
| Cameroon | $129K | 11% |
| Gabon | $85K | 7.4% |
| Gambia | $51K | 4.5% |
| Benin | $51K | 4.5% |
| Liberia | $25K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $10K | 0.8% |
| Niger | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria tissue paper imports (HS 4803): 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 4803: Tissue, towel, napkin stock or similar; for household or sanitary uses, cellulose wadding, webs of cellulose fibres, in rolls over 36cm in width or rectangular sheets with one side exceeding 36cm when unfolded.
Common questions
What is the value of tissue paper imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported tissue paper worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 274% on 2023.
Which countries supply tissue paper to Nigeria?
The United States was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by Turkey (13%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 769% on the year.
What is the average import price of tissue paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.50 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tissue paper to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, an increase of 316%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export tissue paper?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana and Senegal. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for tissue paper?
The HS code for tissue paper is heading 4803. In Nigeria all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4803.00. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4803 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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