Light nonwoven natural fabric imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light nonwoven natural fabric by Nigeria reached $11.4 million in 2024 (10.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 52% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.6 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 | $11.4M | 10.1K t |
| 2023 | $14.7M | 8.7K t |
| 2022 | $24.6M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 373 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 300 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 449 t |
| 2017 | $602K | 260 t |
Where Nigeria imports light nonwoven natural fabric from
China alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.2M | 99% |
| India | $43K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $26K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $23K | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | $20K | 0.2% |
| United States | $19K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $8K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, 65% below the world average of $3.20, 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 light nonwoven natural fabric imports (HS 5603.91): 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 5603.91: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of light nonwoven natural fabric imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported light nonwoven natural fabric worth $11.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 177 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply light nonwoven natural fabric to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by India (0%) and Indonesia (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of light nonwoven natural fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $3.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light nonwoven natural fabric to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $602 thousand in 2017 to $11.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $24.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric?
The HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric is subheading 5603.91. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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