Base metal costume jewelry imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported base metal costume jewelry worth $19.1 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). That is 66% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $109.2 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 | $19.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $55.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $74.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $109.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $76.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $35.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $25.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $63.0M | 2.8K t |
Where Nigeria imports base metal costume jewelry from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.5M | 81% |
| India | $2.5M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $901K | 4.7% |
| Hong Kong | $59K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $18K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $13K | 0.1% |
| France | $11K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $9K | 0.1% |
| United States | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.42 per kg, 88% below the world average of $47.13, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 base metal costume jewelry imports (HS 7117.19): 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 7117.19: Jewellery: imitation, (excluding cuff links and studs), of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of base metal costume jewelry imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported base metal costume jewelry worth $19.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply base metal costume jewelry to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by India (13%) and the United Kingdom (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 489% on the year.
What is the average import price of base metal costume jewelry per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.42 per kg in 2024, 88% below the world average of $47.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of base metal costume jewelry to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $63.0 million in 2017 to $19.1 million in 2024, a fall of 70%. The peak was 2021 at $109.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for base metal costume jewelry?
The HS code for base metal costume jewelry is subheading 7117.19. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Nigeria reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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