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Manufacturer, Wholesaler, Supplier & Exporter in Calabar, Nigeria
Hurain Garments Exporter supplies buyers in Calabar with 17 garment lines — jeans, shirts, T-shirts, kurtis, kidswear, uniforms, hoodies and caps — shipped from Gujarat with inspection and export documentation. Garments manufacturer, wholesaler, supplier and exporter in Calabar. Hurain Garments Exporter is a trading and export company: our garments are made by partner factories and supplied to buyers in Calabar from 200 to 1,500 pieces per style, depending on the garment, or a half or full container, at competitive prices below the average wholesale price.
Market snapshot
- Country
- Nigeria
- Currency
- naira (NGN)
- Languages
- English
- Gateway port
- Calabar
- Indicative sea transit from Gujarat
- 25–40 days (West Africa)
Quick answer
Who supplies garments in bulk to Calabar, Nigeria?
Hurain Garments Exporter (Hurain Engitech & Trade, Palanpur), founded in 2010 by Khalil Syed, is a trading and export company that supplies garments, made by partner factories, to Calabar. It ships FCL and LCL containers with AQL inspection and export documents at competitive prices below the average wholesale price. Minimum order is 200 to 1,500 pieces per style, depending on the garment, or a half or full container; payment is 50% in advance, 50% before dispatch.
Calabar is a seaport, so importers here can receive FCL and LCL garment containers directly, clear customs locally and distribute across Nigeria with minimal inland cost.
Port-side buyers in Calabar often order CIF to cut handling steps: goods arrive with the certificate of origin and packing list ready for the clearing agent.
Calabar receives cargo directly at its own port; indicative sea transit from Mundra or Nhava Sheva to West Africa is 25–40 days.
Who buys garments in Calabar — by segment
Wholesale & trading houses in Calabar
Wholesalers in Calabar buy garments by the carton and the container, favouring fast-moving sizes and colours of T-shirts, jeans, leggings and kidswear. Mixed-style containers let them test new lines without carrying a large stock of any one design.
Who buys: Garment wholesalers and jobbers · Import–export trading houses · Market and bazaar traders · Re-export merchants
Retail chains & stores in Calabar
Stores in Calabar plan ranges two seasons ahead. We sample early, grade carefully and photograph each style, so buyers can commit before the season and receive goods before the first campaign.
Who buys: Department stores · Shopping-mall brands · Independent boutiques · Hypermarket clothing counters
Ethnic, festive & diaspora wear in Calabar
Diaspora and heritage communities in Calabar buy kurtis, kaftans, abayas and festive wear, and shops reorder ahead of every major festival, so lead time must be planned around those dates.
Who buys: Ethnic-wear boutiques · Festival and wedding retailers · Modest-fashion stores · Diaspora community shops
Schools, institutions & corporate uniforms in Calabar
Institutional buyers in Calabar tender for uniforms months before term or contract start. We plan production backwards from the delivery date and keep a buffer for shipping and port delays.
Who buys: Schools and colleges · Hospitals and clinics · Government departments · Security and facility firms
Online marketplaces & D2C brands in Calabar
Online sellers in Calabar need accurate size charts, consistent quality and fast restocks of winning styles, which suits small-batch Indian production with sampling and photography support.
Who buys: Marketplace sellers · Direct-to-consumer labels · Social-commerce shops · Dropship and print-on-demand brands
Most-demanded products in Calabar
Calabar is one of Nigeria's gateway ports, so containers from India land close to buyers. Traders in Calabar buy garments by the carton and the container for resale across the region. Construction sites, factories and industrial plants around Calabar need coveralls, hi-vis and work shirts.
- Kidswear, Uniforms & WorkwearWorkwear & Corporate Uniforms supplier in Calabar
- Women's & Ethnic WearLeggings supplier in Calabar
- Activewear, Knitwear & CapsTrack Pants & Shorts supplier in Calabar
Calabar at a glance for garment buyers
Calabar is one of Nigeria's gateway ports, so containers from India land close to buyers. Traders in Calabar buy garments by the carton and the container for resale across the region. Construction sites, factories and industrial plants around Calabar need coveralls, hi-vis and work shirts.
Who buys garments in Calabar
Wholesale & trading houses: Wholesalers in Calabar buy garments by the carton and the container, favouring fast-moving sizes and colours of T-shirts, jeans, leggings and kidswear. Mixed-style containers let them test new lines without carrying a large stock of any one design.
Workwear & safety clothing: Heavy industry in Calabar wants workwear that survives industrial laundering and hard use, so fabric weight, seam strength and colour-fastness are tested and reported before dispatch.
The garment market in Nigeria
Nigeria is Africa's largest consumer market and a fashion-led market of over 200 million people, with Lagos, Onitsha and Kano feeding markets across West Africa and the Sahel.
Buyers here are importers in Lagos supply wholesalers at Balogun, Idumota and Onitsha; fashion boutiques buy shirts, kaftans and dresses; schools, churches and corporate buyers order uniforms and event wear.
What buyers in Calabar look for
Buyers want bold printed shirts, ready-made kaftans, T-shirts, jeans, leggings, school uniforms and church and wedding wear.
Hot and humid for much of the year, with rains from April to October. Demand peaks before Christmas, Easter, Eid and the wedding season (November to February), so orders are placed 3–4 months ahead.
Planning garment orders for Calabar
Hot and humid for much of the year, with rains from April to October. Demand peaks before Christmas, Easter, Eid and the wedding season (November to February), so orders are placed 3–4 months ahead. We ship from Mundra, Kandla or Nhava Sheva to Calabar in about 25–40 days; production takes 25 to 60 days, so confirm peak-season orders for Calabar three to five months ahead.
How an order reaches Calabar
Goods for Calabar are cut, sewn and finished in our partner factories, inspected on an AQL basis and consolidated at our Gujarat base, then loaded at Mundra, Kandla or Nhava Sheva. The container is discharged at Calabar, which is Calabar itself, so clearance and delivery happen locally. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF, and we send the invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and bill of lading as soon as the container is loaded.
Importers in Calabar usually start with a mixed first container to test the market: two or three fast-moving basics, one design-led line and a few trial styles. Repeat orders then concentrate on the lines that sell, which shortens the lead time because fabric and patterns are already on file.
Why importers in Calabar source garments from India
Buyers want bold printed shirts, ready-made kaftans, T-shirts, jeans, leggings, school uniforms and church and wedding wear. Indian factories supply the fabrics these buyers ask for, such as cotton, rayon, linen blends, denim and knits, in small design runs, which suits importers in Calabar who test a range before they commit to larger orders.
Importers in Lagos supply wholesalers at Balogun, Idumota and Onitsha; fashion boutiques buy shirts, kaftans and dresses; schools, churches and corporate buyers order uniforms and event wear. A mixed first container with two or three fast-moving basics, one design-led line and a few trial styles is the usual way in, and repeat orders then concentrate on what sells.
Garments in highest demand in Calabar
Trousers & Cargo Pants: Chinos and cargo pants bridge work and weekend wear, and utility versions are bought by contractors and uniform suppliers.
Jeans: Denim is the garment that sells in every market: jeans are bought for every season, and retailers and wholesalers reorder washes and fits as sizes sell through.
T-Shirts: T-shirts are the highest-volume garment: bought as retail basics, promotional merchandise and event wear, in plain and printed styles.
Leggings: Leggings are among the highest-volume women's garments, bought by wholesalers and retailers in dozens of colours and reordered constantly.
Kidswear: Children outgrow clothes quickly, so kidswear is replaced every season, with back-to-school and festive peaks.
Workwear & Corporate Uniforms: Mines, oil sites, contractors, hotels and hospitals clothe whole crews, and re-clothe them when contracts start or garments wear out.
Track Pants & Shorts: Track pants and shorts serve sport, home and travel, and are easy for wholesalers to sell because they fit many body sizes.
Shirts: Formal and casual shirts are staple stock for menswear retailers and uniform suppliers, reordered as sizes and colours sell out.
Printed Shirts: Printed shirts are fast fashion for warm-weather and resort markets: designs age quickly and are replaced each season.
Kurtis: Kurtis have moved beyond South Asian communities: boutiques, diaspora stores and online sellers reorder fresh prints and cuts before every festival.
Ladies Tops & Dresses: Women's tops and dresses are trend products: styles are bought for a season and replaced, so online sellers and boutiques value small, fast runs.
Abayas & Kaftans: Abayas and kaftans are the core of modest fashion, with demand concentrated before Ramadan and Eid and orders placed months ahead.
Doing business with India from Calabar: local guide
Working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan orders around.
| Weekend | Saturday–Sunday (many trading firms also work Saturday mornings) |
|---|---|
| Our office hours in your time | 24×7 — three 8-hour shifts, every day, so the whole Nigeria working day is covered |
| Country calling code | +234 (our WhatsApp: +91 87809 43729) |
| Business languages | English; we correspond in English |
| Currency | naira (NGN); quotations in USD |
| Customs system | Nigeria Customs Service NICIS II / B'Odogwu platform with Form M |
| Tariff framework | ECOWAS common external tariff |
| Trade agreement with India | No India-specific trade agreement; standard (MFN) duty applies |
| Plan orders around | Ramadan and the Eid holidays, plus the Christmas–New Year period |
Trade & logistics for Calabar
| Country | Nigeria |
|---|---|
| Currency | naira (NGN) |
| Languages | English |
| Gateway port | Calabar |
| Indicative sea transit from Gujarat | 25–40 days (West Africa) |
| Import taxes | Import duty plus VAT under the ECOWAS CET; Form M and SONCAP apply |
| Quotation currency | USD (EUR on request) |
| Incoterms | EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF |
Transit times and tax notes are indicative. Confirmed schedules, HS codes and duties are set out at quotation stage.
Calabar at a glance for buyers
Seaport & logistics hub
Typical orders: wholesale & trading houses, retail chains & stores.
Competitive export pricing
The best price on ready-made garments for buyers in Calabar
Hurain Garments Exporter provides competitive export prices for worldwide customers, below the average wholesale price, because we buy in volume directly from our partner factories. With 16+ years of experience, we are honored to export to 50+ countries and to cooperate with 10,000+ customers around the world. Are you looking for ready-made garments for your brand or wholesale business in Calabar? Hurain Garments Exporter is your best choice. Customized ready-made garments are available as per your requirements. Minimum order 200 to 1,500 pieces per style, depending on the garment, or a half container or a full container as per your requirement. Orders for Calabar are shipped as FCL or LCL with full export documents.
Factory-direct
Priced below the average wholesale rate
16+
Years of experience
50+
Countries we export to
10,000+
Customers worldwide
200 to 1,500 pieces per style, depending on the garment
Minimum order, or half / full container
About us
Trusted Garments manufacturer, supplier and exporter for Calabar
Hurain Garments Exporter is a trading and export company that supplies garments to Calabar, with sampling, AQL inspection, export packing and complete shipping documents.
Our garments are manufactured to your fabric, fit and packing by our partner factories, and we sell and ship them to buyers in Calabar. Buying through us means one supplier for garments and for the other ready-made garments you need, one inspection and one set of export documents.
16+
Years of experience
40+
Our team
10,000+
Happy customers
17
Garment product lines
50
Countries we supply
FCL · LCL
Container export, door-to-port
Our vision in Calabar
Our vision is to make sourcing garments simple and dependable for every buyer in Calabar: clear specifications, honest information about who makes the product, and a supplier that answers questions before and after the order.
Our mission in Calabar
Our mission is to supply garments at competitive prices, below the average wholesale price, through our partner factories and bulk buying, with transparent quotations, inspection before dispatch and reliable delivery to Calabar. Send your specification and quantity to get a price you can compare.
FAQ
Importing to Calabar — frequently asked questions
Do you export garments to Calabar?
Yes. Hurain Garments Exporter exports ready-made garments — jeans, shirts, T-shirts, kurtis, kidswear, uniforms, hoodies and caps — to buyers in Calabar, by sea (FCL or LCL) and air, with full export documentation.
How long does shipping from India to Calabar take?
Indicative sea transit from Gujarat ports to West Africa is about 25–40 days, plus 25–60 days of production. The confirmed schedule depends on the carrier and routing and is given in the quotation.
Which port do you ship to for Calabar?
Shipments for Calabar usually move to Calabar. We quote FOB Indian port, CFR or CIF Calabar, and can coordinate onward delivery through your forwarder.
Do you quote in naira?
Export quotations are issued in USD (EUR on request). Buyers in Calabar pay in naira (NGN) through their bank, which converts at the prevailing rate.
What import taxes apply to garments in Nigeria?
Import duty plus VAT under the ECOWAS CET; Form M and SONCAP apply. Rates change, so confirm the HS code and duty with your customs broker before finalising landed cost; we supply the invoice, packing list and certificate of origin needed for clearance.
What do buyers in Calabar look for in garments?
Buyers want bold printed shirts, ready-made kaftans, T-shirts, jeans, leggings, school uniforms and church and wedding wear.
When should importers in Calabar place garment orders?
Hot and humid for much of the year, with rains from April to October. Demand peaks before Christmas, Easter, Eid and the wedding season (November to February), so orders are placed 3–4 months ahead. Confirm peak-season orders three to five months before the shelf date.
Which rules apply to garment imports in Nigeria?
Importers use Form M through an authorised bank before shipping, and duties and levies apply; used clothing is prohibited. Confirm current rules with your bank and clearing agent.
Who buys garments from India in Calabar?
Importers in Lagos supply wholesalers at Balogun, Idumota and Onitsha; fashion boutiques buy shirts, kaftans and dresses; schools, churches and corporate buyers order uniforms and event wear.
Can I combine different garments in one container to Calabar?
Yes. Men's, women's, kids', uniform and activewear lines can be consolidated into one FCL or LCL shipment to Calabar with one set of documents, which usually lowers freight and clearance cost.
What are your payment terms?
50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders.
Is there a garments supplier near me in Calabar?
You do not need a local distributor: Hurain Garments Exporter exports garments from India to buyers in Calabar by sea (FCL or LCL) and air, with full export documentation. WhatsApp +91 87809 43729, call +91 87809 43729 or email [email protected].
Who is the best garments manufacturer and exporter for Calabar?
Pick a manufacturer-exporter that quotes against your exact specification, supplies full export documentation, can consolidate several products in one shipment and states payment terms clearly. Hurain Garments Exporter does all four from Palanpur, Gujarat, and quotes garments per enquiry.
Can I buy garments in bulk from India for Calabar as an importer or distributor?
Yes. Importers, distributors and wholesalers in Calabar buy garments from Hurain Garments Exporter in bulk, as full or part container loads, quoted per enquiry by size, grade and quantity, and consolidated with other products where useful.
Who supplies and exports garments to Calabar?
Hurain Garments Exporter, the apparel export arm of Hurain Engitech & Trade, supplies and exports garments to Calabar. It is a manufacturer-supplier-exporter based in Palanpur, Gujarat, India, trading since 2010, shipping by sea (FCL or LCL) and air with full export documentation. Quotations come within 1–2 business days on WhatsApp +91 87809 43729 or [email protected].
How do I order garments for Calabar from India?
Ordering garments for Calabar takes 6 steps: 1) share your requirement, 2) receive a detailed quotation, 3) approve samples, 4) production in indian clusters, 5) inspection before loading, 6) export packing and documents. Start by sending your product list, quantities and destination to WhatsApp +91 87809 43729 or [email protected], and Hurain Garments Exporter replies with a detailed quotation.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for garments in Calabar?
The minimum order is confirmed per style in the quotation. Several styles can share one FCL or LCL container to Calabar, so Calabar buyers can start with a mixed first order and repeat the styles that sell.
Which documents do I need to import garments into Nigeria?
Your customs broker in Nigeria normally needs the commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and bill of lading, which Hurain Garments Exporter supplies with every shipment of garments. Importers use Form M through an authorised bank before shipping, and duties and levies apply; used clothing is prohibited. Confirm current rules with your bank and clearing agent. Import duty plus VAT under the ECOWAS CET; Form M and SONCAP apply. Confirm the HS code and duty with your broker before finalising the landed cost.
Can I get a sample of garments before ordering for Calabar?
Yes. We send a fabric swatch, lab-dip and a made-up sample with measurements for approval before bulk production starts. Sample and courier charges are usually adjusted against the bulk order. Samples are sent to Calabar by international courier, and approval is recorded before production starts, which protects buyers in Nigeria from surprises on a full container.
Can I sell garments under my own brand in Calabar?
Yes. We apply your labels, hang tags, barcodes and packaging to garments, and develop your own prints, washes and trims. Wording for Nigeria is confirmed with your importer before production.
How do you check the quality of garments before shipping to Calabar?
Every order is inspected on an AQL basis for measurements, shade, stitching and packing, and you receive a pre-shipment photo and measurement report. Third-party inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas) can be arranged on request before the container leaves for Calabar.
How is garments packed for delivery to Calabar?
garments is packed in ratio cartons. Cartons are palletised or floor-loaded into an FCL or LCL container for Calabar, about 25–40 days by sea, with the marks and labels your importer asks for. Export-strength cartons protect the garments in transit.
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