Artificial filament tow imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of artificial filament tow by Nigeria reached $15.2 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 87 countries. That is 77% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $95.2 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 | $15.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $67.2M | 13.3K t |
| 2022 | $95.2M | 18.7K t |
| 2021 | $196K | 35 t |
| 2020 | $342K | 70 t |
| 2019 | $7K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $52K | 10 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 29 t |
Where Nigeria imports artificial filament tow from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $13.1M | 86% |
| Malaysia | $1.4M | 9.1% |
| Turkey | $585K | 3.8% |
| Thailand | $92K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $86K | 0.6% |
| China | $14K | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | $1K | 0% |
| Egypt | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.10 per kg, close to the world average of $5.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria artificial filament tow imports (HS 5502.90): 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 5502.90: Fibres: artificial filament tow, other than cellulose acetate.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial filament tow imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported artificial filament tow worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 87 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was down 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial filament tow to Nigeria?
Japan was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($13.1 million), followed by Malaysia (9%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.10 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $5.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of artificial filament tow to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $95.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial filament tow?
The HS code for artificial filament tow is subheading 5502.90. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5502 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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