Rubber clothing and gloves imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported rubber clothing and gloves worth $9.5 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $27.5 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 | $9.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $15.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $27.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $12.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 2.4K t |
Where Nigeria imports rubber clothing and gloves from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (48%), Malaysia (17%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $4.6M | 48% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 17% |
| China | $1.0M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $999K | 11% |
| India | $838K | 8.8% |
| Uganda | $119K | 1.3% |
| Denmark | $99K | 1% |
| United States | $96K | 1% |
| Belgium | $77K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $15K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 4015
| 4015.11 | Rubber surgical gloves | 63% |
| 4015.19 | Rubber work gloves | 23% |
| 4015.90 | Rubber clothing | 14% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4015.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.32 per kg, 38% below the world average of $5.38, 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.
Rubber clothing and gloves exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $294 thousand of rubber clothing and gloves in 2024 (167 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Niger accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Niger | $282K | 96% |
| Benin | $7K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.3% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $0K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria rubber clothing and gloves imports (HS 4015): 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 4015: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts), for all purposes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber clothing and gloves imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported rubber clothing and gloves worth $9.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber clothing and gloves to Nigeria?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Malaysia (17%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 943% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber clothing and gloves per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.32 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $5.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber clothing and gloves to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $9.5 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $27.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export rubber clothing and gloves?
Yes. Nigeria exported $294 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Niger, Benin and the United Kingdom. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber clothing and gloves?
The HS code for rubber clothing and gloves is heading 4015. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 4015.11 (63% of the value) and 4015.19 (23%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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