Trade, Logistics, & Manufacturing

AAFA advocates for clearly defined and transparent trade, logistics, customs, and manufacturing policies that benefit our industry while raising awareness of our industry’s impactful contributions to the American and global economy.

Tools & Resources

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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.

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.

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.

Selling in New Countries

AAFA's members-only country profiles address the key features that are unique to a country but necessary for foreign businesses to understand when looking to sell within that country's borders.

AAFA Education Foundation Schools

Students from these schools are eligible to compete for scholarships under AAFA’s contributions to the Fashion Scholarship Fund

Events

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Oct. 20, 2025 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

10/20/2025 12:00:00 PM

Oct. 22, 2025 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

10/22/2025 12:00:00 PM

Oct. 23, 2025 04:00 PM

AAFA Board of Directors Meeting Fall 2025

The Fall Board of Directors meeting will take place at Perry Ellis headquarters in Doral, FL, on October 23-24, 2025.

Members Only

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: In-Person Event

LOCATION: Doral, FL

10/23/2025 4:00:00 PM

Oct. 27, 2025 11:00 AM

Brands General Counsels Committee Virtual Office Hour

Please join us to learn about the latest issues impacting your company.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

10/27/2025 11:00:00 AM

Oct. 28, 2025 10:00 AM

Trade and Customs Committee October 2025 Meeting

Discuss pending trade and regulatory matters critical for the apparel and footwear industry.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Washington, DC

10/28/2025 10:00:00 AM

Oct. 29, 2025 08:00 AM

AAFA Trade and Customs Lobby Day

AAFA will hold a lobby day for the Trade Policy Committee.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Not Specified

10/29/2025 8:00:00 AM

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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News

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Oct. 14, 2025

AAFA Responds to New Port Fees on Chinese Owned and Operated Carriers

AAFA responds to a new port-fee-regime implemented by the Trump Administration.

Oct. 14, 2025

AAFA Responds to New Port Fees on Chinese Owned and Operated Carriers

AAFA responds to a new port-fee-regime implemented by the Trump Administration.

Oct. 02, 2025

Joint Association Letter to Congress Urging Renewal of Key Trade Programs

AAFA, FDRA, NRF, OIA, RILA, and USFIA sent a letter to Congressional Leadership urging prompt reauthorization of AGOA, and Haiti HOPE/HELP.

Oct. 02, 2025

AAFA Calls for USG to Protect from Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits Promulgated by Platforms

AAFA submits comments to USTR for its annual Notorious Markets List.

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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Webinars

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Oct. 30, 2025 02:00 PM

Webinar: Preparing for the EU Digital Product Passport: A U.S. Guide

Learn how the EU Digital Product Passport (DPP) impacts US exporters and how to prepare, comply, and use product data to your advantage.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

10/30/2025 2:00:00 PM