Nonwoven fabric imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $47.4 million of nonwoven fabric in 2024 (27.4 thousand tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $116.0 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 | $47.4M | 27.4K t |
| 2023 | $58.7M | 28.2K t |
| 2022 | $116.0M | 43.2K t |
| 2021 | $68.7M | 25.6K t |
| 2020 | $36.2M | 13.8K t |
| 2019 | $26.4M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $31.6M | 10.2K t |
| 2017 | $28.2M | 10.2K t |
Where Nigeria imports nonwoven fabric from
China alone supplied 80% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $37.8M | 80% |
| France | $2.8M | 5.8% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 4.5% |
| Egypt | $2.0M | 4.2% |
| South Africa | $662K | 1.4% |
| United States | $628K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $419K | 0.9% |
| India | $150K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $138K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $136K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 5603
| 5603.11 | Light nonwoven synthetic fabric | 27% |
| 5603.91 | Light nonwoven natural fabric | 24% |
| 5603.92 | Medium nonwoven natural fabric | 15% |
| 5603.94 | Very heavy nonwoven natural fabric | 14% |
| 5603.12 | Medium nonwoven synthetic fabric | 5.6% |
| 5603.93 | Heavy nonwoven natural fabric | 5.5% |
| 5603.13 | Heavy nonwoven synthetic fabric | 5% |
| 5603.14 | Very heavy nonwoven synthetic fabric | 3.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5603.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.73 per kg, 57% below the world average of $4.06, 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.
Nonwoven fabric exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported nonwoven fabric worth $714 thousand (416 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $697K | 98% |
| United States | $16K | 2.3% |
| Czech Republic | $0K | 0% |
| Niger | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria nonwoven fabric imports (HS 5603): 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: Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated.
Common questions
What is the value of nonwoven fabric imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported nonwoven fabric worth $47.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply nonwoven fabric to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($37.8 million), followed by France (6%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average import price of nonwoven fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.73 per kg in 2024, 57% below the world average of $4.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of nonwoven fabric to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.2 million in 2017 to $47.4 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. The peak was 2022 at $116.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export nonwoven fabric?
Yes. Nigeria exported $714 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, the United States and the Czech Republic. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $46.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for nonwoven fabric?
The HS code for nonwoven fabric is heading 5603. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 5603.11 (27% of the value) and 5603.91 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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