Synthetic fibre tents imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported synthetic fibre tents worth $2.3 million (527 tonnes). Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $3.9 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 | $2.3M | 527 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 491 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 384 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 371 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 446 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 652 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 597 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 690 t |
Where Nigeria imports synthetic fibre tents from
China alone supplied 96% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 96% |
| Italy | $32K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $17K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.4% |
| France | $8K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $5K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $4K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
| United States | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.44 per kg, 32% below the world average of $6.52, 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 synthetic fibre tents imports (HS 6306.22): 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 6306.22: Tents: of synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic fibre tents imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported synthetic fibre tents worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 527 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic fibre tents to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Italy (1%) and Japan (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 118% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic fibre tents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.44 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $6.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic fibre tents to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2017 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic fibre tents?
The HS code for synthetic fibre tents is subheading 6306.22. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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