Baskets and wickerwork imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $4.0 million of baskets and wickerwork in 2024 (36 tonnes). Value rose 37% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 73% a year on average.
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 | $4.0M | 36 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 663 t |
| 2020 | $715K | 420 t |
| 2019 | $229K | 69 t |
| 2018 | $101K | 20 t |
| 2017 | $85K | 19 t |
Where Nigeria imports baskets and wickerwork from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 88% |
| Germany | $442K | 11% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.1% |
| India | $4K | 0.1% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0.1% |
| Ghana | $3K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 4602
| 4602.90 | Synthetic baskets and wickerwork | 99% |
| 4602.19 | Vegetable fiber baskets and wickerwork | 0.6% |
| 4602.11 | Bamboo baskets and wickerwork | 0.2% |
| 4602.12 | Rattan baskets and wickerwork | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4602.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $110.88 per kg, 1507% above the world average of $6.90. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
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 baskets and wickerwork imports (HS 4602): 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 4602: Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601; articles of loofah.
Common questions
What is the value of baskets and wickerwork imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported baskets and wickerwork worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply baskets and wickerwork to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Germany (11%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 411% on the year.
What is the average import price of baskets and wickerwork per kg?
The average declared import value was about $110.88 per kg in 2024, 1507% above the world average of $6.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of baskets and wickerwork to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85 thousand in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for baskets and wickerwork?
The HS code for baskets and wickerwork is heading 4602. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 4602.90 (99% of the value) and 4602.19 (1%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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