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Textiles, Apparel & Sporting Goods
Our team of U.S. and international industry specialists are dedicated to enhancing the global competitiveness of the U.S. textiles, apparel, and sporting goods industries, expanding market access, and increasing exports.

Textiles, Apparel & Sporting Goods

Our textiles, apparel, and sporting goods industry specialists are dedicated to enhancing the global competitiveness of the U.S. manufacturing industry, expanding market access, and increasing exports. The Textiles, Apparel & Sporting Goods Team uses our presence in 200 global cities to help you foster new business relationships and expand the world-wide presence of U.S. firms.

Featured Events

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Global Digital Growth: Cross-border eCommerce Webinar Series
Serie 3: U.S. to MENA

April 13, 2023
10:00 a.m. Pacific / 1:00 p.m. ET

Cost: $25.00
As consumers across the MENA region have grown accustomed to purchasing online and cross-border, retailers are following suit. In the UAE, consumers are buying more online from outside the region, driving an anticipated 34% growth in cross-border online sales over the next three years.
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Global Digital Growth: Cross-border eCommerce Webinar Series
Serie 4: U.S. to Europe

May 18, 2023
10:00 a.m. Pacific / 1:00 p.m. ET

Cost: $25.00
As much as 70% of EU retailers having NO online presence at all. Now is the time for U.S. online retailers to GROW into Europe. Which countries are right for your product vertical and how do you build the right foundation. We’ll explore these questions and more in this EU market entry workshop.

How Can We Help You Expand Your Exports?

Our team members are experts in international business development and your best resource for business growth and job creation. Learn more about the ways we can assist your firm:
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Market Intelligence
Our team members are experts in international business development and your best resource for business growth and job creation. Some of our core services include:
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Trade Counseling
International Trade Specialists are available to discuss your company’s exporting needs. Locate an industry specialist near you.
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Our Services
From counseling, to matchmaking, to market intelligence, our global network of trade professionals - located throughout the United States and in nearly 80 countries - can help your firm expand your exports.

Textiles & Apparel Market Intelligence

See our latest market intelligence related to the textiles and apparel industry.
Market Intelligence
Japan Consumer Goods Top Trends

This is an analysis of the top trends that are expected to continue into 2023 based on the 30 best-selling products in 2022 report by Nikkei Trendy.

Consumer Goods Japan Trade Development
Market Intelligence
Burma (Myanmar) Apparel Manufacturing

Burma becoming less appealing to Western countries for apparel manufacturing; security concerns, cash flow shortages, and logistics pose challenges.

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Market Intelligence
European Union Circular Economy Transition: Full Speed Ahead

New rules will affect several different sectors. It is a crucial time for U.S. businesses to engage with the EU on circular economy. 

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Key Resources for U.S. Exporters


Sports & Fitness Resource Guide

A key resource to assist U.S. exporters identify international business development opportunities including current trends and demand, market entry strategies, key competitors, and more.

Technical Textiles Resource Guide

The U.S. Commercial Service’s Technical Textiles Resource Guide - 2020 Edition is an important tool to assist U.S. companies with identifying new international market opportunities.

Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA)

The Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) is the go-to source for trade data, information on trade agreements and trade preferences.