US total apparel imports were $63.611 billion during January-September 2023.
Its import from Bangladesh was valued at $5.735 billion, i.e., 9.02 per cent of the total.
It was 24.85 per cent lower than
In 2023, China had the highest water cost among major textile and garment exporting countries at $0.34 per cubic metre, while Pakistan was the most cost-effective with a water cost of $0.08 per cubic metre.
Singapore s apparel imports totalled $1,846.872 million during the first 10 months of 2023.
However, the import from Cambodia was noted at $34.128 million.
China, Italy, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia
In China, luxury fibre prices showed mixed trends in 2023. Cashmere fibre prices decreased overall, dropping 6.88 per cent to $110.21 per kg.
Down fibre from white ducks fluctuated but ultimately increased
The textile industry is witnessing a transformative shift towards sustainability through innovative practices like carbon recycling, which can be used in the production of fibres like polyester.
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