US tariff surge will disrupt apparel supply chains: Asia hit hardest
The US’ sharp tariff hike on apparel imports—up to 570 per cent for top Asian exporters—signals a major trade policy shift. China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh are hit hardest, prompting US importers to explore new sourcing hubs. With Mexico spared, nearshoring may rise, while the shake-up challenges global supply chains and sourcing strategies.
The US’ sharp tariff hike on apparel imports—up to 570 per cent for top Asian exporters—signals a major trade policy shift.
China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh are hit hardest, prompting US importers to explore new sourcing hubs.
With Mexico spared, nearshoring may rise, while the shake-up challenges global supply chains and sourcing strategies.
