Knit accessories imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of knit accessories by Nigeria reached $2.8 million in 2024 (576 tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.3 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 | $2.8M | 576 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 746 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 519 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 931 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 712 t |
| 2019 | $3.7M | 660 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 648 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 545 t |
Where Nigeria imports knit accessories from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 100% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $8K | 0.3% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.85 per kg, 72% below the world average of $17.25, 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 knit accessories imports (HS 6117.80): 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 6117.80: Clothing accessories: knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6117.
Common questions
What is the value of knit accessories imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported knit accessories worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 576 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit accessories to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (0%) and the United States (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 649% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.85 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $17.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of knit accessories to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $4.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit accessories?
The HS code for knit accessories is subheading 6117.80. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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