Women's knit clothing imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of women's knit clothing by Nigeria reached $161.6 million in 2024 (15.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 111% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $255.1 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 | $161.6M | 15.3K t |
| 2023 | $76.5M | 6.6K t |
| 2022 | $107.4M | 7.4K t |
| 2021 | $255.1M | 49.6K t |
| 2020 | $165.9M | 47.3K t |
| 2019 | $163.1M | 58.4K t |
| 2018 | $102.9M | 31.2K t |
| 2017 | $64.0M | 13.4K t |
Where Nigeria imports women's knit clothing from
China alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $158.2M | 98% |
| India | $2.0M | 1.2% |
| Pakistan | $646K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $149K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $117K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $111K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $62K | 0% |
| France | $49K | 0% |
| United States | $38K | 0% |
| Spain | $38K | 0% |
Product types under HS 6104
| 6104.33 | Women's synthetic knit jacket | 29% |
| 6104.43 | Women's synthetic knit dress | 18% |
| 6104.32 | Women's cotton knit jacket | 12% |
| 6104.53 | Women's synthetic knit skirt | 9.8% |
| 6104.62 | Women's cotton knit trousers | 9.1% |
| 6104.63 | Women's synthetic knit trousers | 5.6% |
| 6104.22 | Women's cotton knit ensemble | 5.1% |
| 6104.52 | Women's cotton knit skirt | 3.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 6104.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.54 per kg, 52% below the world average of $21.93, 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.
Women's knit clothing exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported women's knit clothing worth $306 thousand (274 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (34%), Germany (24%), United States (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+950% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $103K | 34% |
| Germany | $72K | 24% |
| United States | $28K | 9.2% |
| Ireland | $17K | 5.4% |
| France | $12K | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $11K | 3.5% |
| Seychelles | $10K | 3.4% |
| Cyprus | $7K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $7K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $5K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria women's knit clothing imports (HS 6104): 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 6104: Suits, ensembles, jackets, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (not swimwear), women's or girls', knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's knit clothing imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported women's knit clothing worth $161.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 111% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's knit clothing to Nigeria?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($158.2 million), followed by India (1%) and Pakistan (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 985% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's knit clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.54 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $21.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of women's knit clothing to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $64.0 million in 2017 to $161.6 million in 2024, an increase of 152%. The peak was 2021 at $255.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $137.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export women's knit clothing?
Yes. Nigeria exported $306 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Germany and the United States. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $161.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's knit clothing?
The HS code for women's knit clothing is heading 6104. In Nigeria the largest six-digit codes were 6104.33 (29% of the value) and 6104.43 (18%).
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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