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Nigeria: Candied Fruit Market 2025

Candied Fruit Market Size in Nigeria

The Nigerien candied fruit market reached $X in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a resilient expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Candied Fruit Production in Nigeria

In value terms, candied fruit production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 67%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Candied Fruit Exports

Exports from Nigeria

Candied fruit exports from Nigeria skyrocketed to X kg in 2021, with an increase of 226% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a precipitous contraction. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, candied fruit exports expanded remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a dramatic decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 188% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X kg), the United States (X kg) and the United Arab Emirates (X kg) were the main destinations of candied fruit exports from Nigeria, together accounting for 95% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +326.3%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for candied fruit exported from Nigeria worldwide, together accounting for 89% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Germany, with a CAGR of +554.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average candied fruit export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -66.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 393% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+72.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Candied Fruit Imports

Imports into Nigeria

In 2021, supplies from abroad of candied fruits decreased by -3.2% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, imports faced a significant contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 83% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, candied fruit imports rose slightly to $X in 2021. In general, imports faced a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 19% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons), China (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main suppliers of candied fruit imports to Nigeria, together accounting for 88% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in China (with a CAGR of +6.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of candied fruit to Nigeria, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 5.5% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 1.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK stood at -16.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (-7.2% per year) and China (-18.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average candied fruit import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 6.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 115% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+8.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for candied fruits in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of candied fruit consumption, comprising approx. 44% of total volume. Moreover, candied fruit consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Thailand, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by France, with a 4.4% share.

What are the largest producers of candied fruits in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of candied fruit production, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, candied fruit production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Thailand, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of candied fruits to Nigeria?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of candied fruit to Nigeria, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 4.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Lebanon, with a 3.3% share.

What are the leading importers of candied fruits from Nigeria?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for candied fruit exports from Nigeria, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ireland $185), with a 1.3% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for candied fruits in Nigeria?

In 2021, the average candied fruit export price amounted to $1,217 per ton, with a decrease of -78.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for candied fruits in Nigeria?

The average candied fruit import price stood at $4,033 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -11.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the candied fruit market in Nigeria. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 625 - Fruit, Nuts, Peel, Sugar Preserved

Country coverage:

Nigeria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Nigeria
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024