Swimwear and activewear imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of swimwear and activewear by Nigeria reached $19.3 million in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $25.4 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 | $19.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $19.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $19.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $24.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $18.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $25.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.6M | 841 t |
| 2017 | $13.0M | 633 t |
Where Nigeria imports swimwear and activewear from
China alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.8M | 51% |
| India | $5.7M | 29% |
| United Kingdom | $949K | 4.9% |
| Pakistan | $420K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $408K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $407K | 2.1% |
| France | $336K | 1.7% |
| Indonesia | $274K | 1.4% |
| Tunisia | $171K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $132K | 0.7% |
Product types under HS 6211
| 6211.33 | Man-made men's track suits | 34% |
| 6211.43 | Man-made women's track suits | 33% |
| 6211.32 | Cotton men's track suits | 9.3% |
| 6211.42 | Cotton women's track suits | 6.9% |
| 6211.12 | Women's swimwear | 5.8% |
| 6211.39 | Men's track suits (other materials) | 5.7% |
| 6211.49 | Women's track suits (other materials) | 3.1% |
| 6211.11 | Men's swimwear | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6211.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.90 per kg, 82% below the world average of $26.92, 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.
Swimwear and activewear exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported swimwear and activewear worth $246 thousand (20 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (22%), Canada (21%), United States (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+463% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $53K | 22% |
| Canada | $52K | 21% |
| United States | $35K | 14% |
| France | $18K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $14K | 5.6% |
| Ireland | $10K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 3.4% |
| Angola | $7K | 2.9% |
| Niger | $5K | 2% |
| South Africa | $5K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria swimwear and activewear imports (HS 6211): 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 6211: Track suits, swimwear and other garments (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of swimwear and activewear imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported swimwear and activewear worth $19.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 62nd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply swimwear and activewear to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($9.8 million), followed by India (29%) and the United Kingdom (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of swimwear and activewear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.90 per kg in 2024, 82% below the world average of $26.92 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of swimwear and activewear to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.0 million in 2017 to $19.3 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2019 at $25.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.5 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export swimwear and activewear?
Yes. Nigeria exported $246 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Canada and the United States. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $19.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for swimwear and activewear?
The HS code for swimwear and activewear is heading 6211. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 6211.33 (34% of the value) and 6211.43 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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