Knit scarves and shawls imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported knit scarves and shawls worth $11.2 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 28% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $19.8 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 | $11.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $19.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $14.9M | 2.4K t |
Where Nigeria imports knit scarves and shawls from
China alone supplied 99% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 99% |
| United Kingdom | $34K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $25K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $9K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $3K | 0% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.09 per kg, 60% below the world average of $15.20, 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 scarves and shawls imports (HS 6117.10): 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 6117.10: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of knit scarves and shawls imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported knit scarves and shawls worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 209 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit scarves and shawls to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (0%) and Indonesia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit scarves and shawls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.09 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $15.20 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 scarves and shawls to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.9 million in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2021 at $19.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit scarves and shawls?
The HS code for knit scarves and shawls is subheading 6117.10. 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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