The re-import of knitted or crocheted women's and girls' jackets and blazers of cotton to China showed a decreasing trend from 2023, with forecasted volumes declining steadily from 2024 onwards. In 2023, the volume stood at 32.0 thousand kilograms. The year-on-year decreases were approximately 4.7% for 2025, 4.8% for 2026, 5.0% for 2027, and 5.4% for 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2023 to 2028 suggests an average annual decrease of about 5.0%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Market shifts towards sustainable and ethical fashion.
- Potential impacts of economic fluctuations in China on import volumes.
- Changes in consumer preferences towards alternative materials or styles.
