Toxins and microorganism cultures imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of toxins and microorganism cultures by Nigeria reached $12.9 million in 2024 (148 tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $12.9M | 148 t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 702 t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 405 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 22 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 17 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 17 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 106 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 34 t |
Where Nigeria imports toxins and microorganism cultures from
India alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $7.0M | 54% |
| Denmark | $1.6M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 10% |
| Japan | $897K | 6.9% |
| United States | $783K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $541K | 4.2% |
| France | $110K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $100K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $90K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $81K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $87.45 per kg, 30% below the world average of $124.82, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 toxins and microorganism cultures imports (HS 3002.90): 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 3002.90: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products.
Common questions
What is the value of toxins and microorganism cultures imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 148 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply toxins and microorganism cultures to Nigeria?
India was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Denmark (12%) and the United Arab Emirates (10%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 688% on the year.
What is the average import price of toxins and microorganism cultures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $87.45 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $124.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toxins and microorganism cultures to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 437%. The peak was 2022 at $13.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures?
The HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures is subheading 3002.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
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