Synthetic scarves and shawls imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic scarves and shawls by Nigeria reached $5.4 million in 2024 (883 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 49% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $11.9 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 | $5.4M | 883 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 490 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 485 t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 582 t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 806 t |
| 2019 | $10.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $9.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 1.5K t |
Where Nigeria imports synthetic scarves and shawls from
China alone supplied 95% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.2M | 95% |
| India | $211K | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $20K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $4K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.17 per kg, 58% below the world average of $14.56, 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 scarves and shawls imports (HS 6214.30): 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 6214.30: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic scarves and shawls imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported synthetic scarves and shawls worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 883 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 202 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic scarves and shawls to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by India (4%) and South Korea (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 361% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic scarves and shawls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.17 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $14.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic scarves and shawls to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2017 at $11.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic scarves and shawls?
The HS code for synthetic scarves and shawls is subheading 6214.30. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6214 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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