Yogurt and fermented milk imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of yogurt and fermented milk by Nigeria reached $12.2 million in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 44% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.1 million.
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 | $12.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $21.8M | 9.4K t |
| 2022 | $32.1M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $13.7M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 3.2K t |
Where Nigeria imports yogurt and fermented milk from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (46%), New Zealand (23%), Ireland (18%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $5.6M | 46% |
| New Zealand | $2.7M | 23% |
| Ireland | $2.1M | 18% |
| Spain | $599K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $378K | 3.1% |
| Lithuania | $325K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $156K | 1.3% |
| China | $151K | 1.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $47K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $24K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 0403
| 0403.90 | Fermented milk products | 95% |
| 0403.10 | Yogurt | 4.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0403.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.70 per kg, 45% above the world average of $1.86. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Yogurt and fermented milk exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported yogurt and fermented milk worth $472 thousand (635 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Cote d'Ivoire accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Togo grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $287K | 61% |
| Togo | $161K | 34% |
| Burkina Faso | $13K | 2.7% |
| Niger | $8K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
| Morocco | $0K | 0% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria yogurt and fermented milk imports (HS 0403): 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 0403: Yogurt; buttermilk, curdled milk and cream, kephir and other fermented or acidified milk and cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa..
Common questions
What is the value of yogurt and fermented milk imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported yogurt and fermented milk worth $12.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 64th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply yogurt and fermented milk to Nigeria?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by New Zealand (23%) and Ireland (18%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 243% on the year.
What is the average import price of yogurt and fermented milk per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.70 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $1.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of yogurt and fermented milk to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $12.2 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. The peak was 2022 at $32.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.5 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export yogurt and fermented milk?
Yes. Nigeria exported $472 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Togo and Burkina Faso. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for yogurt and fermented milk?
The HS code for yogurt and fermented milk is heading 0403. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 0403.90 (95% of the value) and 0403.10 (5%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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