EU apparel imports slowed in volume but rose strongly in value in March, driven by sharply higher Chinese unit prices, far from concerns that US tariffs could eventually push Chinese exporters to redirect excess supply at lower prices into the EU market.The report provides monthly data on the EU-27's clothing imports, focusing on China versus the Rest of the World (RoW) and Bangladesh, with a specific distinctions between knitted and woven clothing. The data is available in both Euros and US dollars, and historical information dating back to January 2002 can be downloaded. Read more...

EU clothing imports slowed in February after a strong January rebound, with volumes and values still rising year-on-year, while China shifted toward higher-priced products. The report provides monthly data on the EU-27's clothing imports, focusing on China versus the Rest of the World (RoW) and Bangladesh, with a specific distinctions between knitted and woven clothing. The data is available in both Euros and US dollars, and historical information dating back to January 2002 can be downloaded. Read more...

EU apparel imports surged in January 2025, continuing the recovery that began in the second half of 2024, with strong growth from China and Bangladesh, while unit prices remained under pressure amid shifting trade dynamics. The report provides monthly data on the EU-27's clothing imports, focusing on China versus the Rest of the World (RoW) and Bangladesh, with a specific distinctions between knitted and woven clothing. The data is available in both Euros and US dollars, and historical information dating back to January 2002 can be downloaded. Read more...