In 2023, the US imported approximately 65.7 million kilograms of knitted or crocheted men's and boys' underpants or briefs of cotton. The forecasted import volumes show a year-on-year increase in imports, with the import volume rising to 69.426 million kilograms by 2028. This reflects a compound annual growth rate of approximately 1.2% over the five-year period starting from 2024.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and eco-friendly materials, potentially impacting import compositions.
Changes in trade policies or tariffs affecting the US import landscape.
The impact of digital retail transformation on supply chain logistics for imported apparel.
Continuous monitoring of global cotton prices and their influence on import volumes.