The United States leads as the top importer of apparel and clothing accessories not knitted or crocheted, with $38.58 billion in 2023. It is followed by Germany ($17.04 billion), Japan ($13.33 billion), the United Kingdom ($12.08 billion), and France ($11.24 billion). Other notable importers include Spain, Italy, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, and South Korea. From 2022 to 2023, variations saw significant growth in the U.S. and steady increases across Europe and Asia. Over the past five years, the sector experienced varied growth, with the U.S. and Asia showing the strongest CAGR among top importers.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increasing demand for sustainable and ethically produced apparel.
- Growth in e-commerce impacting import volumes and distribution channels.
- Potential trade policy shifts affecting import tariffs and agreements.
- Emerging markets in Asia and capturing a larger market share.
Top countries in Top Importers of Apparel and Clothing Accessories Not Knitted or Crocheted
| # | 10 Countries | Million US Dollars | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 38,580 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 17,040 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 13,330 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 12,080 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 France | 11,240 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 9,320 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 7,040 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Hong Kong | 6,070 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 5,430 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 South Korea | 5,270 | 2016 |
