Nigeria Gum Arabic Market- Trend Analysis & Forecasts

Nigeria Gum Arabic Market Overview:
Nigeria is one of the top global producers of gum arabic, contributing **% of global supply with an estimated production of ** thousand tonnes in 2023. Gum arabic, sourced primarily from Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal trees, is a key export commodity used in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. The gum belt in Nigeria stretches across arid and semi-arid states, with Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, and Bauchi contributing more than **% of the national output. In 2023, gum arabic exports generated over US$ ** million, driven by strong demand from France, India, and the United States.

Primary Areas/ Elements of Research & Analysis
The report provides comprehensive and valuable insights into the supply and demand dynamics of the Nigeria gum arabic market. Below are the variables considered and analyzed in the report:
• Supply-demand trends, market growth, and trade
• Market structure, conduct, and performance analysis
• Historical and forecasted market size (volume & value)
• Trade analysis (export & import), including key partners, quantities, values, and price trends
• Supply chain mapping, pricing, and regulatory framework
• Competitive landscape profiling of key players
• Factors influencing market performance, including sustainability trends

Market Growth Factors
The Nigeria gum arabic market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of **% through 2030, driven by increasing global demand for natural emulsifiers and stabilizers. Gum arabic is a valued additive in soft drinks, confectionery, and dietary supplements. The expansion of the global clean-label ingredients market, which was valued at US$ ** billion in 2023, is fueling the demand for organic and sustainably sourced gum arabic. Domestically, gum arabic is gaining renewed attention under Nigeria’s National Export Promotion Council (NEPC), which is implementing strategies to increase certified exports and reduce post-harvest losses by enhancing collection and storage practices.

Market Restraints & Challenges
Despite rising demand, Nigeria’s gum arabic market faces structural and logistical constraints. The majority of harvesting is done by smallholder farmers and pastoralists using traditional methods, leading to inconsistent quality and low traceability. In 2023, about **% of collected gum failed to meet international grade standards due to poor handling, contamination, and improper drying. Furthermore, insecurity in the Northeast region has disrupted collection and trade routes. The absence of large-scale processing facilities and a lack of value addition capability mean that Nigeria mainly exports raw gum at lower margins, missing opportunities in refined and pharmaceutical-grade segments where prices are 2–3 times higher.

Market Segmentation
The market is segmented by grade (Acacia senegal and Acacia seyal), form (raw, kibbled, spray-dried powder), and end use. Acacia senegal gum, known as Grade 1 or “hard gum,” commands premium pricing due to its superior emulsifying properties and accounts for nearly **% of Nigeria’s exports. Acacia seyal, used in adhesives and industrial applications, makes up the rest. In terms of form, raw gum dominates at **% of total volume, with kibbled gum and spray-dried powder still emerging. By end use, the food & beverage industry represents about **% of demand, followed by pharmaceuticals (**%) and industrial uses like printing and textiles (**%).

Competitive Landscape
Nigeria’s gum arabic sector remains fragmented with the presence of individual harvesters, local aggregators, cooperatives, and a few export-oriented processors. Major players include MAFGUM Nigeria Ltd., Gummi Nigeria Ltd., and Nigeria Gum Arabic Producers and Exporters Association (NGAPEA), which facilitates trade and certification efforts. Most export-focused companies operate out of Kano and Maiduguri, where warehousing and drying centers are being upgraded. However, the sector still suffers from weak vertical integration, and the majority of exporters rely on informal value chains for sourcing. Recently, international buyers like Nexira and TIC Gums have shown interest in sourcing directly from Nigerian certified suppliers, encouraging traceability and sustainability practices.

Outlook
By 2030, Nigeria’s gum arabic production is expected to reach over ** thousand tonnes, with annual export revenues potentially surpassing US$ ** million. Strengthening processing and certification infrastructure—particularly in Borno and Yobe—will be essential to unlocking higher-value markets. The development of gum arabic plantations, supported by climate resilience programs and agroforestry initiatives, is expected to reduce overreliance on wild collection and increase yields per hectare. Further integration into global natural ingredients supply chains, supported by digital traceability tools and organic certification, will enhance Nigeria’s competitiveness. With the right mix of policy support, security improvements, and value addition, Nigeria is well-positioned to emerge as the leading global hub for high-grade gum arabic by the end of the decade.

Scope of the Report:
• Historical Years: 2018-2023
• Base Year: 2024
• Forecast Period: 2025-2030
• Units: Value (US$ Million) and Volume (Thousand Tonnes)
• Report Coverage: Production, Consumption, Export, and Import
• Segments Covered:
By Grade (Grade 1 and Grade 2&3)
By Form (Raw, Kibbled, and Spray-dried powder)
By End-use (Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Food & Beverage, and Others)
By Sales (Domestic Consumption and Exports)
• Companies Profiled: The market players include, Gum Arabic Company Nigeria Ltd., Dansa Food Processing Company, Dust Integrated Resources Ltd, Fullmark Commodities Limited, Melan Rock Limited, Allansworth Agro Milling & Farms, REFEM Millers Limited, and Others.

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