| Product Code: ETC4593710 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
Nigeria continues to rely on imports of insect growth regulators, with top exporters in 2024 being India, China, Germany, Indonesia, and Japan. High Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates concentrated market control. The industry experienced a significant decline with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -25.35% from 2020 to 2024. Moreover, the growth rate plummeted further by -54.79% from 2023 to 2024, signaling challenges and potential shifts in the market dynamics. Stakeholders should closely monitor these trends for strategic decision-making.

The insect regulators market in Nigeria is growing due to the need for effective pest control solutions in agriculture and public health. Insect growth regulators (IGRs) are crucial in managing pest populations by disrupting their growth and development. The market is driven by the increasing awareness of integrated pest management practices and the need for environmentally friendly pest control methods.
The market for insect regulators in Nigeria is driven by the need for effective pest control solutions in agriculture and public health. The increasing awareness about the harmful effects of chemical pesticides has led to a shift towards safer alternatives like insect growth regulators. Additionally, government initiatives to control vector-borne diseases support market growth.
In the Nigeria Insect Regulators Market, major challenges include limited awareness and understanding of insect growth regulators among farmers and pest control professionals. The high cost of these products and limited availability in the local market also hinder their adoption. Additionally, there are regulatory challenges related to the approval and use of new insect regulators. Poor infrastructure and logistics further complicate the distribution and accessibility of these products.
Policies aimed at agricultural development and pest control significantly influence the insect regulators market. The Nigeria government, through the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD), implements programs to enhance crop protection and increase agricultural productivity. Regulations and approvals for insect regulators are streamlined to ensure the availability of effective pest control solutions, supporting sustainable agricultural practices.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Overview |
3.1 Nigeria Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about the benefits of using insect growth regulators (IGRs) for pest control in Nigeria |
4.2.2 Growing demand for organic and environmentally friendly pest control solutions |
4.2.3 Expansion of agriculture and horticulture industries in Nigeria |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Lack of awareness among farmers and consumers about the effectiveness of IGRs compared to traditional pest control methods |
4.3.2 Regulatory challenges and restrictions on the use of certain types of IGRs in Nigeria |
4.3.3 Competition from other pest control solutions in the market |
5 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Trends |
6 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market, By Types |
6.1 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, By Chitin Synthesis Inhibitors, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, By Juvenile Hormone Analogs & Mimics, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, By Anti-juvenile Hormone Agents, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, By Agricultural, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, By Livestock Pests, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Pest Control, 2021-2031F |
7 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of IGRs in the agriculture and horticulture sectors in Nigeria |
8.2 Number of research and development initiatives focused on improving IGR products for the Nigerian market |
8.3 Percentage of farmers using integrated pest management practices that include IGRs |
9 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Nigeria Insect Growth Regulators Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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