US apparel imports reached historically low levels in November, although falling less significantly from a year earlier due to base effects. Our 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 2023. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton compared to those made from man-made fibers. Read more...

US imports from China experienced a significant increase in October compared to their low levels from the previous year. However, long-term data do not indicate a sustained rebound in Chinese shipments to the US market. Our report provides a monthly comparison of shipments from China, Vietnam, and other nations, presenting import data in terms of volumes, values, and unit values. Furthermore, the report explores historical trends spanning from 2000 to 2023. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton compared to those made from man-made fibers. Read more...

China benefited from a significant drop in unit prices for its shipments to the US apparel market in September, signaling the resurgence of US buyers' interest in this major source of goods. Our report offers a monthly comparison of shipments from China, Vietnam, and other nations, presenting import data in terms of volumes, values, and unit values. Furthermore, the report delves into historical trends spanning from 2000 to 2023. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton as opposed to man-made fibers. Read more...

US apparel imports fell more significantly in value in August compared to the previous month, due to a decline in unit prices for the first time in more than two years. Our report provides a monthly comparison of overall shipments from China, Vietnam, and other countries. Import data is presented in volumes, values, and unit values. Historical trends from 2000 to 2023 are also analyzed. Additionally, the report includes an analysis of apparel made from cotton versus man-made fibers. Read more...