Toilet paper and tissues imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported toilet paper and tissues worth $5.5 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). That is 24% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $5.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 823 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 638 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 1.1K t |
Where Nigeria imports toilet paper and tissues from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 65% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 31% |
| United States | $98K | 1.8% |
| India | $26K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $14K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $12K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.2% |
| France | $12K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 4818
| 4818.90 | Paper and cellulose articles (other) | 45% |
| 4818.20 | Facial tissues and paper towels | 30% |
| 4818.10 | Toilet paper | 17% |
| 4818.30 | Paper tablecloths and napkins | 7% |
| 4818.50 | Paper clothing and accessories | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4818.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.43 per kg, close to the world average of $2.39.
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 toilet paper and tissues imports (HS 4818): 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 4818: Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of toilet paper and tissues imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported toilet paper and tissues worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 122nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply toilet paper and tissues to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (31%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 176% on the year.
What is the average import price of toilet paper and tissues per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.43 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toilet paper and tissues to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for toilet paper and tissues?
The HS code for toilet paper and tissues is heading 4818. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 4818.90 (45% of the value) and 4818.20 (30%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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