Clothing fasteners imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $11.1 million of clothing fasteners in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That is 71% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $11.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $7.4M | 1.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports clothing fasteners from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.9M | 98% |
| India | $82K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $41K | 0.4% |
| United States | $20K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $20K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $13K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $12K | 0.1% |
| France | $8K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8308
| 8308.10 | Metal hooks | 83% |
| 8308.90 | Metal buckles | 13% |
| 8308.20 | Metal rivets | 3.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8308.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, 72% below the world average of $13.63, 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 clothing fasteners imports (HS 8308): 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 8308: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets etc for clothing & accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, tubular etc rivets, beads, spangles, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of clothing fasteners imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported clothing fasteners worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply clothing fasteners to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by India (1%) and Germany (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 452% on the year.
What is the average import price of clothing fasteners per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $13.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of clothing fasteners to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.4 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for clothing fasteners?
The HS code for clothing fasteners is heading 8308. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 8308.10 (83% of the value) and 8308.90 (13%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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