In 2023, the imports of articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted in China were valued at a certain baseline. From this baseline, the forecast for 2024 is valued at 7.71 billion USD. The data shows a projected year-on-year growth: 6.88% in 2025, 6.44% in 2026, 6.04% in 2027, and 5.59% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 6.23%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Impact of global supply chain adjustments on import volumes.
Changes in consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally sourced garments.
Innovations in fabric technology affecting non-knitted apparel.