T-shirt and vest imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported t-shirt and vest worth $97.1 million (13.2 thousand tonnes). That is 13% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $241.4 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 | $97.1M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $85.8M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $143.8M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $224.2M | 27.1K t |
| 2020 | $170.9M | 17.7K t |
| 2019 | $241.4M | 17.6K t |
| 2018 | $127.3M | 10.7K t |
| 2017 | $101.6M | 8.3K t |
Where Nigeria imports t-shirt and vest from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $62.9M | 65% |
| India | $27.2M | 28% |
| Pakistan | $1.8M | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $895K | 0.9% |
| Bangladesh | $662K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $588K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $565K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $374K | 0.4% |
| Philippines | $290K | 0.3% |
| France | $254K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 6109
| 6109.90 | Knit t-shirt (other fibres) | 67% |
| 6109.10 | Cotton knit t-shirt | 34% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6109.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.37 per kg, 65% below the world average of $21.32, 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.
T-shirt and vest exports from Nigeria
Exports of t-shirt and vest by Nigeria reached $277 thousand in 2024 (410 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (17%), Benin (14%), Namibia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $48K | 17% |
| Benin | $39K | 14% |
| Namibia | $22K | 8% |
| France | $20K | 7.3% |
| United States | $15K | 5.3% |
| Cyprus | $14K | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $10K | 3.5% |
| Austria | $10K | 3.5% |
| Kuwait | $10K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria t-shirt and vest imports (HS 6109): 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 6109: T-shirts, singlets and other vests; knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of t-shirt and vest imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported t-shirt and vest worth $97.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply t-shirt and vest to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($62.9 million), followed by India (28%) and Pakistan (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 84 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 314% on the year.
What is the average import price of t-shirt and vest per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.37 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $21.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of t-shirt and vest to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.6 million in 2017 to $97.1 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2019 at $241.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $149.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export t-shirt and vest?
Yes. Nigeria exported $277 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Benin and Namibia. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $96.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for t-shirt and vest?
The HS code for t-shirt and vest is heading 6109. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 6109.90 (66% of the value) and 6109.10 (34%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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