Plastic apparel and clothing imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported plastic apparel and clothing worth $7.8 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 8% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $10.1 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 | $7.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $10.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 1.9K t |
Where Nigeria imports plastic apparel and clothing from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.1M | 92% |
| Spain | $445K | 5.7% |
| South Africa | $47K | 0.6% |
| United States | $44K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $36K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $20K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 0.2% |
| India | $9K | 0.1% |
| France | $8K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.27 per kg, close to the world average of $6.35.
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 plastic apparel and clothing imports (HS 3926.20): 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 3926.20: Plastics: articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts).
Common questions
What is the value of plastic apparel and clothing imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported plastic apparel and clothing worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 61st of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic apparel and clothing to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Spain (6%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 927% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic apparel and clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.27 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $6.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic apparel and clothing to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2019 at $10.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic apparel and clothing?
The HS code for plastic apparel and clothing is subheading 3926.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3926 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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