Supply Chain & Sourcing

AAFA galvanizes the industry to build upon strong supply chain and sourcing commitments – including the highest ethical and responsible standards – so that members, consumers, workers, and the environment will thrive.

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Tools & Resources

FEATURED

Product Safety Guidance: Restricted Substances List

This RSL is intended to provide apparel and footwear companies with information related to regulations and laws that restrict or ban certain chemicals and substances in finished home textile, apparel, and footwear products around the world.

CSR Guidance: AAFA_WRAP Guidelines for Responsible Sourcing in Tariff-Impacted Supply Chains

A joint publication of AAFA and WRAP, this document offers guidance on the key factors buyers should evaluate when considering production shifts due to changing tariff levels.

Tariffs by State

These one pagers provide a quick analysis of tariffs paid on U.S. imports from across the globe, state by state, in 2024.

CSR Guidance: Commitment to Responsible Recruitment

Learn about (and take part in) this collaborative industry effort to address potential forced labor risks for migrant workers in the global supply chain.

THREADS Protocol

The THREADS Sustainability and Social Responsibility Protocol identifies core tenets that will enable policymakers to develop practical, workable, and effective regulatory proposals.

CSR Guidance: Health & Safety in Denim Finishing

A robust set of guidelines to assist denim finishing facilities in providing a safe and healthy work environment that prevents accidents, injuries, and illnesses at their facilities.

Sourcing in New Countries

AAFA’s member-only Sourcing Profiles equip members with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions when considering new regions and new countries.

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Committees

Environmental Committee

Forced Labor Working Group

Social Responsibility Committee

Transportation Team

Trade and Customs Committee

Labeling Team

Product Safety Council

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Events

Global Supply Chain & Trade Conference, April 14-15, Baltimore, Maryland.

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Apr. 14, 2026 05:30 PM Global Supply Chain & Trade Conference Join AAFA as we return to Baltimore! TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, Brand Protection TYPE: In-Person Event LOCATION: Baltimore, MD	4/14/2026 5:30:00 PM

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Mar. 16, 2026 11:00 AM Brands General Counsels Committee Monthly Call Please join us to discuss the issues impacting the industry as well as learn about breaking issues that could impact your company from AAFA staff. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	3/16/2026 11:00:00 AM
Mar. 16, 2026 12:00 PM AAFA Member-Only Call on Tariffs Please join AAFA’s Policy Team for a weekly update on the state of the Trump tariffs. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Online	3/16/2026 12:00:00 PM
Mar. 18, 2026 12:00 PM AAFA Monthly Member-Only Shipping Roundtable Learn and discuss the latest transportation and logistics issues affecting the industry. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Online	3/18/2026 12:00:00 PM
Mar. 18, 2026 02:00 PM Environmental Committee Monthly Call Please join us for monthly AAFA Environmental Committee calls to discuss the latest environmental sustainability issues facing the industry. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	3/18/2026 2:00:00 PM
Mar. 19, 2026 12:00 PM Social Responsibility Committee Bi-Weekly Call Bi-Weekly AAFA Social Responsibility Committee call to discuss the latest CSR issues facing the industry. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	3/19/2026 12:00:00 PM
Mar. 26, 2026 12:00 PM Social Responsibility Committee Bi-Weekly Call Bi-Weekly AAFA Social Responsibility Committee call to discuss the latest CSR issues facing the industry. Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	3/26/2026 12:00:00 PM

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CSR Partnership with WRAP

Meet AAFA’s official Corporate Social Responsibility Partner, Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP)! Here you’ll access the tools and research reports we’ve developed in partnership to provide AAFA members with actionable guidance to move beyond compliance in their global supply chains.

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News

FEATURED

Dec. 11, 2025

AAFA Responds to Result of Section 301 Investigation on Nicaragua

AAFA responds to USTR announcement regarding phase-in of Section 301 tariffs on certain Nicaraguan goods beginning January 1, 2026.

Jan. 15, 2026

AAFA Testifies on WA HB 1420

AAFA Testifies on Washington State's Textile EPR Bill.

Dec. 11, 2025

AAFA Responds to Result of Section 301 Investigation on Nicaragua

AAFA responds to USTR announcement regarding phase-in of Section 301 tariffs on certain Nicaraguan goods beginning January 1, 2026.

Dec. 11, 2025

AAFA Calls on Congress and Administration to Restore and Fund International Labor Organization

AAFA urges Congress and the Trump Administration to restore and continue funding for the International Labor Organization (ILO).

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Legislative Action Center

Here’s where you’ll find pre-prepared letters and e-mails to send your legislators on the most pressing issues for our industry today.

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Webinars

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Mar. 18, 2026 02:00 PM Webinar: Our Circular Future How can industry shift product design, manufacturing, and marketing move from a linear to a circular economy? TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	3/18/2026 2:00:00 PM
Mar. 23, 2026 02:00 PM Webinar: Mastering Covered Material Categories for EPR Savings Learn how smarter covered material category choices can cut packaging EPR fees and strengthen multi-jurisdiction reporting. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	3/23/2026 2:00:00 PM
Mar. 25, 2026 02:00 PM Webinar: Managing Hazardous Solvents Across Textile Supply Chains Explore where hazardous solvent risks arise in textile supply chains and how upstream, system-level management supports long-term readiness. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	3/25/2026 2:00:00 PM
Mar. 30, 2026 02:00 PM Webinar: Driving Credibility Through Certification Certification trends driving smarter social compliance, credible environmental claims, and responsible sourcing in the textile industry. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	3/30/2026 2:00:00 PM
Apr. 8, 2026 02:00 PM Webinar: AI and Supply Chain Risk: Enterprise Challenges & Solutions Learn how AI can help build a structured approach to managing geopolitical, social, and other enterprise supply chain risks. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	4/8/2026 2:00:00 PM
Apr. 27, 2026 02:00 PM Webinar: Sustainability Claims & Biobased Verification Explore sustainable textiles demand, circular fashion regulations, and biobased claims verification for apparel and footwear products and materials. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	4/27/2026 2:00:00 PM
May 6, 2026 02:00 PM Webinar: Preventing Compliance Failures at the Source Join Deepak Jadhav of New Balance and Joe Walkuski of Texbase to learn how structured, proactive data management helps to prevent compliance failures. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	5/6/2026 2:00:00 PM

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Learning Center

AAFA offers its recorded events, webinars, and lunch and learn programs on-demand for your convenience. Covering a range of innovative concepts and successful business practices, these recordings provide intelligence and action items to help your business succeed.

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