Processed Agricultural Commodity
Dried Cassava ChipsFrom Nigeria
Source Nigerian dried cassava chips for industrial processors, feed ingredient buyers and agricultural commodity importers. Abmia supports sourcing enquiries, product specifications, supplier coordination and export arrangements.
Country of origin
Nigeria
Botanical name
Manihot esculenta
Supply enquiries
Bulk Orders Welcome
Botanical identity
Manihot esculenta
Indicative price range
₦296k – ₦701k
Per metric tonne
Reference price
₦498,000
Per metric tonne
Approximate USD reference
US$369
At illustrative ₦1,349.07/US$
Price references are based on Nigerian supplier export listings of approximately US$220–US$520 per tonne, converted at approximately ₦1,349.07/US$. Listings vary by peeled or unpeeled form, starch content, moisture, grade, port and minimum order quantity. These figures are indicative and should be verified against a current supplier quotation.
Product overview
Nigerian Dried Cassava Chips for Industrial Buyers
Cassava, scientifically known as Manihot esculenta, is an important tropical root crop cultivated across Nigeria. Dried cassava chips are produced by cutting cassava roots into smaller pieces and drying them to support storage, transportation and further processing.
The product is traded for several commercial applications, including animal feed ingredients, industrial starch processing and other agricultural processing operations. Suitability depends on the product's physical condition, processing history and buyer specifications.
Abmia supports enquiries from international buyers seeking Nigerian cassava chips, with sourcing requirements assessed according to quantity, quality, packaging and destination.
Agricultural Origin
Produced from Nigerian cassava roots.
Industrial Commodity
Suitable for agreed processing applications.
Product safety and processing quality
Moisture, mould, foreign matter and cyanogenic potential are important considerations when evaluating cassava chips. Processing suitability and food or feed safety must be assessed for the intended application.
Commercial product forms
Cassava Chips for Different Buyer Requirements
Buyers can specify the preferred preparation and quality requirements based on their intended processing application.
Dried Cassava Chips
Cassava roots processed into dried chips for industrial buyers and processors. Product preparation and acceptance specifications should be agreed before procurement.
Peeled Cassava Chips
Cassava chips prepared from peeled roots before drying. Buyers can specify the required appearance, size, drying condition and acceptable quality parameters.
Unpeeled Cassava Chips
Dried chips prepared without complete peeling, where accepted by the buyer's processing requirements. The presence of peel and its effect on quality must be agreed in advance.
Important: Peeled and unpeeled forms may have different processing, quality and pricing characteristics. Confirm the required form, grade and availability before placing an order.
Quality assurance
Cassava Chips Specifications and Quality Checks
Industrial buyers should define their acceptance criteria before procurement. The required quality parameters depend on whether the chips are intended for feed, food or industrial processing.
Moisture content
Check moisture levels against the agreed specification to reduce the risk of mould development, spoilage and deterioration during storage.
Chip size and uniformity
Assess chip dimensions, thickness and consistency according to the buyer's processing requirements.
Starch content
Determine starch content where it is an important factor in the intended industrial application or commercial specification.
Foreign matter
Inspect for soil, stones, wood, peel residues and other unwanted materials.
Mould and deterioration
Check for visible mould, discolouration, unusual odour and other signs of poor drying or unsuitable storage.
Cyanogenic potential
Arrange appropriate testing and processing verification where required for the intended use and applicable safety standards.
Have a cassava chips specification sheet?
Share your required moisture limit, chip dimensions, starch content, processing form and destination-market requirements.
Commercial applications
Industries That Use Dried Cassava Chips
Dried cassava chips are traded as an agricultural raw material for a range of processing and manufacturing applications. Buyers should confirm product suitability against their intended use.
Animal feed manufacturing
Dried cassava chips may be used as an energy ingredient in animal feed formulations, subject to processing and nutritional requirements.
Industrial starch processing
Can serve as a raw material for processors recovering starch from cassava, depending on the product's starch content and suitability.
Flour and food processing
Can be processed further for selected food ingredient applications where the material meets the required food safety specifications.
Industrial processing
Used as an agricultural raw material in selected industrial processing operations.
Commodity trading
Suitable for bulk commodity buyers, importers and agricultural raw-material distributors.
Feed ingredient distribution
Potentially suitable for feed ingredient traders and distributors serving livestock production markets.
Export preparation
Cassava Chips Packaging, Handling and Shipment
Dried cassava chips require suitable packaging and handling to preserve their condition during storage, inland transportation and international shipment. Moisture protection is especially important.
Bulk export packaging
Bulk bags, lined sacks or buyer-approved packaging selected according to the product and shipping method.
Moisture and storage protection
Store in suitable dry conditions and protect from moisture ingress, pests and contamination.
Inland transportation
Coordinate collection, consolidation, handling and transportation to the designated export location.
International shipment
Coordinate export handling and shipping arrangements according to the agreed delivery terms.
International Buyer Coordination
Whether you require a trial shipment or recurring bulk supply, provide your target volume, required grade, packaging, destination port and preferred Incoterm for a sourcing assessment.
Discuss Shipment RequirementsMarket reference
Cassava Chips Price in Nigeria
The indicative price range below provides a reference for buyers considering dried cassava chips sourced from Nigeria. The final price depends on product preparation, grade and commercial terms.
Indicative export price per metric tonne
Minimum reference
₦296,000
Maximum reference
₦701,000
Indicative reference midpoint
₦498,000
Per metric tonne
Approximately US$369 per tonne at an illustrative ₦1,349.07/US$ rate.
Based on supplier export listings of approximately US$220–US$520 per tonne. Listings may represent different product specifications and commercial terms. Confirm the exact product grade, port, minimum order quantity and current supplier offer before concluding a transaction.
Factors That Influence Cassava Chips Pricing
Commercial pricing can vary depending on the condition of the cassava chips and the requirements of the buyer.
Peeled, partially peeled or unpeeled product form
Moisture content and drying quality
Chip size, thickness and uniformity
Starch content and product grade
Foreign matter and contamination limits
Cyanogenic potential and testing requirements
Order quantity, packaging and delivery terms
Request a current supplier quotation
Share your required quantity, product form, quality specifications and destination market for a sourcing assessment.
Request PricingExport compliance
Cassava Chips Export Documentation
Export documentation depends on the product's intended use, customs classification, destination-country regulations and buyer requirements. The following documents may be required depending on the transaction.
Commercial invoice
Packing list
Certificate of origin, where required
Product quality or laboratory analysis report, where agreed
Phytosanitary certificate, where applicable
Relevant food or feed safety documentation, where required
Export customs declarations
Bill of lading or other transport document
This is a general checklist, not a definitive regulatory list. Food-grade, feed-grade and industrial-grade shipments may have different regulatory requirements. Confirm applicable Nigerian export and destination-country requirements before shipment.
Our Cassava Chips Sourcing Process
Abmia coordinates sourcing enquiries through a structured process that considers product requirements, supplier availability and export arrangements.
Submit your enquiry
Provide quantity, product form, required grade and destination.
Sourcing assessment
Assess supplier availability and processing capability against your requirements.
Quotation and confirmation
Review price, quality parameters, packaging and delivery terms.
Quality and inspection
Agree sampling, moisture testing and other required quality checks.
Export coordination
Coordinate packaging, documentation and shipment arrangements.
International buyer enquiries
Looking to Source Cassava Chips from Nigeria?
Whether you are an industrial processor, feed ingredient buyer, agricultural commodity importer or distributor, Abmia welcomes enquiries for Nigerian dried cassava chips. Share your quantity, product form, technical requirements and destination to begin a sourcing assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Cassava Chips Sourcing FAQs
Common questions from buyers interested in sourcing dried cassava chips from Nigeria.
What are cassava chips?+
Cassava chips are pieces of cassava root that have been cut and dried for storage, transportation and further processing. They are traded as an agricultural commodity for different industrial and processing applications.
What is the botanical name of cassava?+
The botanical name of cassava is Manihot esculenta.
Does Nigeria produce cassava chips for export?+
Nigeria has a significant cassava production and processing sector. Commercial sourcing of dried cassava chips is possible, but supplier availability, processing capacity, quality and export readiness must be confirmed for each order.
What is the indicative price of cassava chips in Nigeria?+
The indicative reference range on this page is ₦296,000–₦701,000 per metric tonne, with a reference midpoint of ₦498,000/MT. These figures are based on supplier export listings and are not guaranteed live supplier offers.
What quality specifications should buyers provide?+
Buyers should specify moisture limits, chip size, peeled or unpeeled form, starch content, cleanliness, acceptable foreign matter and any testing requirements for cyanogenic potential.
Can buyers request peeled cassava chips?+
Yes. Buyers can state whether they require peeled, partially peeled or unpeeled cassava chips. Availability and pricing should be confirmed against the requested specification.
How are cassava chips packaged for export?+
Bulk bags or other moisture-protective export packaging may be considered. Packaging must be appropriate for the product's moisture condition, storage period and shipping arrangement.
Can Abmia coordinate bulk cassava chip sourcing?+
Bulk enquiries are welcome. Buyers should provide their quantity, required grade, product form, packaging and destination so that sourcing availability can be assessed.
Does the displayed price include international shipping?+
No. The displayed figures are indicative commodity references. Freight, insurance, inspection, handling, export charges and destination-related costs must be quoted separately according to the agreed Incoterm.
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Your Cassava Chips Sourcing Partner in Nigeria
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