Synthetic filament fabric imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Nigeria imported $540.2 million of synthetic filament fabric in 2024 (146.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 211% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $1.31 billion.
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 | $540.2M | 146.6K t |
| 2023 | $173.6M | 38.5K t |
| 2022 | $320.0M | 44.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.31B | 270.5K t |
| 2020 | $961.9M | 220.2K t |
| 2019 | $993.9M | 219.9K t |
| 2018 | $660.7M | 158.2K t |
| 2017 | $581.5M | 152.7K t |
Where Nigeria imports synthetic filament fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+248% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $523.3M | 97% |
| India | $9.5M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $3.8M | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $768K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $767K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $628K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $606K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $342K | 0.1% |
| Benin | $305K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $68K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5407
| 5407.54 | Printed textured polyester fabric | 76% |
| 5407.61 | Smooth polyester fabric | 10% |
| 5407.72 | Acrylic filament dyed | 2.8% |
| 5407.51 | Textured polyester fabric (natural) | 2.6% |
| 5407.53 | Multi-color textured polyester fabric | 2.2% |
| 5407.69 | Polyester blend fabric (smooth) | 1.9% |
| 5407.92 | Polyester filament dyed | 1.4% |
| 5407.81 | Synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5407.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.68 per kg, 35% below the world average of $5.62, 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 filament fabric imports (HS 5407): 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 5407: Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading no. 5404.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament fabric imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported synthetic filament fabric worth $540.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 146.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 218 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 211% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament fabric to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($523.3 million), followed by India (2%) and South Korea (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 248% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.68 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $5.62 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 filament fabric to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $581.5 million in 2017 to $540.2 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2021 at $1.31 billion. Over 8 years the average was $693.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament fabric?
The HS code for synthetic filament fabric is heading 5407. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 5407.54 (75% of the value) and 5407.61 (10%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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