Supply Chain & Manufacturing

As the industry’s source for supply chain compliance, AAFA helps you stay ahead of sustainability and social responsibility matters, chemical management, transportation and logistics, and more.

News

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Aug. 23, 2019

AAFA Condemns No Strategy Tariff Policy

AAFA issued the following statement after today’s tweet by President Donald Trump that he would increase tariffs on $250 billion to 30% and the remaining $300 billion at 15%.

Aug. 23, 2019

AAFA Condemns No Strategy Tariff Policy

AAFA issued the following statement after today’s tweet by President Donald Trump that he would increase tariffs on $250 billion to 30% and the remaining $300 billion at 15%.

Aug. 15, 2019

AAFA Sets Record Straight Regarding Tariffs This Holiday

AAFA shares analysis showing 77% of all apparel, footwear, and home textile products imported to the U.S. from China will be hit with the tariffs September 1.

Aug. 13, 2019

AAFA Welcomes Temporary Delay in Some Tariffs Blasts Imposition of Others

AAFA President and CEO issues statement in response to the U.S. Trade Representative’s announcement regarding Tranche 4 tariffs.

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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 supply chain issues for our industry today. Urge Congress to support a single national “Made in USA” labeling standard and show your company’s support for the ILO/IFC Better Work Program. Let us help you contact Congress!

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Tools & Research

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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.

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Trade War Resources

77% of all apparel, footwear, and home textile products imported to the U.S. from China will be hit with an additional 10% tariff on September 1. The other 23% will be hit on December 15. Help us fight back!

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.

State-Specific Resources

AAFA provides its members with a collection of ever-growing state-specific information and guidance.

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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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Events

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Sep. 26, 2019 09:30 AM Footwear Workshop Global issues are on the rise. Meet us in Lawrence, MA to discuss footwear issues that are essential for safety and compliance. TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: In-Person Event LOCATION: Lawrence, MA	9/26/2019 9:30:00 AM

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Sep. 4, 2019 11:00 AM AAFA Member-Only Conference Call on China Uighur Issue AAFA off-the-record discussion on Uighur issue in China’s northwest Xinjiang Province Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	9/4/2019 11:00:00 AM
Sep. 10, 2019 03:00 PM Government Relations Committee September Conference Call Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months. Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	9/10/2019 3:00:00 PM
Sep. 12, 2019 03:00 PM Legwear Committee September Conference Call 2019 Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months. Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	9/12/2019 3:00:00 PM
Sep. 23, 2019 05:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting Fall 2019 The Executive Committee and Board of Directors will meet at PVH Headquarters in New York, NY Members Only TOPICS: Supply Chain, Brand Protection, Trade TYPE: In-Person Event LOCATION: New York, NY	9/23/2019 5:00:00 PM
Oct. 7, 2019 03:00 PM Government Relations Committee October Conference Call Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months. Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	10/7/2019 3:00:00 PM
Nov. 6, 2019 02:00 PM Social Compliance Workshop AAFA and WRAP at Target's Hong Kong Headquarters to discuss social compliance. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: In-Person Event LOCATION: Kowloon, Hong Kong	11/6/2019 2:00:00 PM

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Committees

Environmental Committee Social Responsibility Committee Customs Team Transportation Team Government Relations Committee Labeling Team Government Contracts Committee Footwear Action Committee Legwear Committee Product Safety Council

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Webinars

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Sep. 10, 2019 02:00 PM Webinar: Childrenswear Safety Testing for the EU Market UL will dive into a detailed explanation of the different types of small parts tests that can be performed on children's clothing. TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	9/10/2019 2:00:00 PM
Oct. 23, 2019 02:00 PM Webinar: Winning the Time-to-Market Race: Don't Fall Behind Wasted time can seriously hinder success. With little room for error, teams must work efficiently to keep up with today's demands. But how? TOPICS: Supply Chain TYPE: Webinar LOCATION: Online	10/23/2019 2:00:00 PM

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Request for Comments

Before the government implements changes to various compliance processes, agencies often solicit comments, offering industry opportunities to provide feedback on the impact of proposed rule or process changes. AAFA provides comments on behalf of the industry. We also encourage you to submit comments directly. Here is where we share the requests for comments by agency and by deadline.

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