US Apparel Imports

This section offers a comprehensive and detailed view of US Apparel Imports, including monthly, quarterly, annual, and long-term statistics.

5-year data are available in volume and value terms, with unit prices per origin for most imported product categories. 

Reports are released every month or quarter. The Database is updated every quarter.

U.S. Apparel Imports: February 2025 (Monthly)

U.S. apparel imports lost momentum in February, even before the impact of newly announced U.S. tariffs on Asian suppliers, signaling deeper declines may lie ahead. This report provides a comprehensive picture of monthly US apparel imports with a specific focus on shipments from China and Vietnam. The report displays import data in terms of volumes, values, and unit values. Furthermore, the report explores historical trends spanning from 2000 to 2025. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton compared to those made from man-made fibers.

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US Apparel Import Tariffs Shock

President Trump has announced new “reciprocal tariffs” that hit Asian apparel suppliers particularly hard, with total duties on apparel now reaching an average of 84% for China, 61% for Vietnam, and similarly high levels for others. We have compiled detailed tables listing the new tariff rates by apparel-exporting country. The De Minimis rule may also be withdrawn as early as May, adding further pressure. These measures are expected to have dramatic consequences for the global apparel industry.

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U.S. Apparel Imports: January 2025 (Monthly)

US apparel imports surged in January as retailers stockpiled ahead of new tariffs on Chinese goods, but managing excess inventory and rising costs may pose challenges in the months ahead. This report provides a comprehensive picture of monthly US apparel imports with a specific focus on shipments from China and Vietnam. The report displays import data in terms of volumes, values, and unit values. Furthermore, the report explores historical trends spanning from 2000 to 2024. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton compared to those made from man-made fibers.

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US Apparel Imports: Origin Comparison (Quarterly)

U.S. apparel imports continued to grow in 2024, with notable volume increases from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Bangladesh, while China’s share declined as buyers diversified sourcing ahead of a 20% additional tariff, leading to rising unit values from alternative suppliers and shifting market dynamics across cotton and man-made fiber apparel categories.Our report provides a comprehensive comparison of changes in import volume, value, and unit prices by origin and product type. The full table, containing all data points and analyses, is available for download.

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Statistical Reports (Monthly & Quarterly)

Our report offers a monthly overview of US apparel imports, with a specific focus on imports from China vs. other countries. Import data is presented in volumes, values, and unit values. Historical trends spanning from 2000 to 2023 are also released. The report also offers an analysis of apparel imports differentiated between those made from cotton and man-made fibers.

Our review covers the US apparel imports in the last quarter, from a large number of origins, with percentage changes in volume, value and unit value terms. Data are available for download from Q1 2011.

Our review covers the US imports per quarter and for all categories of products, including cotton, wool, and man-made fiber apparel. Data are available for download from Q1 2011.

Our review compares the US imports from China vs. from the Rest of the World per quarter and for all categories of products. Data are available for download from 2015.

Our review compares unit prices of US apparel imports per quarter, per leading origin, and for most categories of products. Data are available for download.

Price Database (Quarterly Update)

Men/Boys & Women/Girls Cotton Knit Shirts (338 & 339). Men/Boys & Women/Girls Cotton Woven Shirts (340 & 341). Men/Boys & Women/Girls Cotton Trousers (347 & 348). Cotton Underwear (352).

Men/Boys & Women/Girls MMF Knit Shirts (638 & 639). Men/Boys & Women/Girls MMF Woven Shirts (640 & 641). Men/Boys & Women/Girls MMF Trousers (347 & 348). MMF Underwear (652).

Men & Women Cotton T-Shirts, Men/Boys & Women/Girls Cotton Pullovers, Men/Boys & Women/Girls Man-Made Fiber Pullovers, Cotton and Synthetic Socks.

Men & Women Cotton Denim Trousers, Men & Women Cotton Trousers (not denim or corduroy), Men/Boys & Women/Girls Cotton Woven Shirts, Men/Boys & Women/Girls Man-Made Fiber Woven Shirts.

Cotton Terry Towels, Cotton Bed Sheets (printed and non-printed), Man-Made Fiber Bed Sheets.