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Nigeria: T-Shirt Market 2025

T-Shirt Market Size in Nigeria

In 2022, the Nigerien t-shirt market increased by 77% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after eight years of decline. Overall, consumption showed temperate growth. T-shirt consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

T-Shirt Exports

Exports from Nigeria

In 2022, exports of t-shirts from Nigeria reduced sharply to X units, waning by -15.7% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 261%. The exports peaked at X units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, t-shirt exports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 641%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ghana (X units), Cote d'Ivoire (X units) and South Korea (X units) were the main destinations of t-shirt exports from Nigeria, together comprising 72% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for South Korea (with a CAGR of +104.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire ($X), South Korea ($X) and South Africa ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for t-shirt exported from Nigeria worldwide, together accounting for 56% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, South Africa, with a CAGR of +148.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average t-shirt export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, rising by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 263%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Ghana ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Africa (+152.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

T-Shirt Imports

Imports into Nigeria

In 2022, supplies from abroad of t-shirts increased by 76% to X units, rising for the second consecutive year after eight years of decline. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 356%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, t-shirt imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) constituted the largest supplier of t-shirt to Nigeria, with a 82% share of total imports. Moreover, t-shirt imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X units), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Vietnam (X units), with a 3.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled +27.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+4.4% per year) and Vietnam (+27.1% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of t-shirts to Nigeria, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam ($X), with a 2.5% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with a 0.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +10.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Vietnam (+8.6% per year) and Thailand (-27.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average t-shirt import price amounted to $X per unit, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 16% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per unit), while the price for Turkey ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (-5.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for t-shirts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Germany, with a combined 35% share of global consumption. The UK, Japan, France, Mexico, Indonesia, Italy, Pakistan, Poland, Ethiopia and South Korea lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What are the largest producers of t-shirts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Bangladesh and India, together comprising 44% of global production. Turkey, Pakistan, Honduras, Vietnam, Indonesia, Mexico, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Ethiopia and Cambodia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

What are the leading suppliers of t-shirts to Nigeria?

In value terms, the largest t-shirt suppliers to Nigeria were China, the United Arab Emirates and the UK, with a combined 70% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, Bangladesh, South Korea and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 17%.

What are the leading importers of t-shirts from Nigeria?

In value terms, Democratic Republic of the Congo remains the key foreign market for t-shirt exports from Nigeria, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 1.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Pakistan, with a 1.2% share.

What is the average export price for t-shirts in Nigeria?

In 2020, the average t-shirt export price amounted to $33 per unit, with an increase of 93% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for t-shirts in Nigeria?

In 2020, the average t-shirt import price amounted to $5.7 per unit, picking up by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the t-shirt market in Nigeria. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 14143000 - T-shirts, singlets and vests, knitted or crocheted

Country coverage:

Nigeria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Nigeria
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024