Rubber-coated fabric and tape imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported rubber-coated fabric and tape worth $2.9 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 20% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $2.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 473 t |
| 2020 | $821K | 238 t |
| 2019 | $655K | 166 t |
| 2018 | $722K | 177 t |
| 2017 | $736K | 162 t |
Where Nigeria imports rubber-coated fabric and tape from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 86% |
| Germany | $99K | 3.5% |
| United States | $97K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $85K | 3% |
| South Korea | $31K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $24K | 0.8% |
| India | $21K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $20K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 0.3% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.45 per kg, 80% below the world average of $7.29, 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 rubber-coated fabric and tape imports (HS 5906.10): 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 5906.10: Textile fabrics, rubberised: (excluding those of heading no. 5902), adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber-coated fabric and tape imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported rubber-coated fabric and tape worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber-coated fabric and tape to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Germany (3%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 741% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber-coated fabric and tape per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.45 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $7.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rubber-coated fabric and tape to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $736 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 287%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape?
The HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape is subheading 5906.10. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5906 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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