Plastic rope and cordage imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported plastic rope and cordage worth $4.1 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.8 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 | $4.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 1.5K t |
Where Nigeria imports plastic rope and cordage from
China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 70% |
| India | $720K | 18% |
| Austria | $137K | 3.4% |
| Portugal | $92K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $65K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $44K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $40K | 1% |
| Greece | $33K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $27K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $20K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.62 per kg, close to the world average of $3.18.
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 rope and cordage imports (HS 5607.49): 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 5607.49: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of polyethylene or polypropylene (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic rope and cordage imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported plastic rope and cordage worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic rope and cordage to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by India (18%) and Austria (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 73% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.62 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $3.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic rope and cordage to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic rope and cordage?
The HS code for plastic rope and cordage is subheading 5607.49. 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 5607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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