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

Product Safety & Compliance Conference. February 2-3, 2027, Long Beach, CA.
H T M Lgrid Tiles

Oct. 22, 2026 09:00 AM

Cambodia Social Responsibility Workshop

Join AAFA and WRAP as we discuss the current social compliance landscape and regulatory mandates affecting Cambodia exporters.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: In-Person Event

LOCATION: Phnom Penh

10/22/2026 9:00:00 AM

Oct. 22, 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

10/22/2026 12:00:00 PM

Oct. 28, 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

10/28/2026 12:00:00 PM

Nov. 9, 2026 10:00 AM

Trade and Customs Committee November 2026 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

11/9/2026 10:00:00 AM

Nov. 10, 2026 08:00 AM

Trade and Customs Committee November 2026 Lobby Day

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

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Washington, DC

11/10/2026 8:00:00 AM

Nov. 12, 2026 07:00 AM

Webinar Training on AAFA Heat Stress Toolkit

Detailed walk through of AAFA Heat Stress Toolkit, including hearing from a brand and a manufacturer on their implementation process.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

11/12/2026 7:00:00 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

FEATURED

Sep. 01, 2026

AAFA Applauds Congressional Passage of Two-Year Extension of AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP Programs

AAFA applauds two year extension of the Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act and the AGOA Extension Act.

Oct. 07, 2026

AAFA Files 2026 Notorious Markets Comments to USTR

AAFA submitted 2026 comments to USTR chronicling the abundance of counterfeits and IP infringements across five platforms and flagging recommendations.

Sep. 23, 2026

AAFA Signs Letter to USTR on Section 301 Vessel Fees

AAFA joined a letter to USTR urging extension of the current suspension of the Section 301 vessel fees.

Sep. 21, 2026

AAFA Comments Opposing SBA Size Standard Increases

AAFA urges SBA to retain current small business size standards for textile, apparel, and footwear manufacturers, warning that proposed increases of up to 253% would let much larger firms crowd out genuinely small domestic producers.

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

H T M Lgrid Tiles

Nov. 16, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: The State of Bangladesh: Sourcing Times Report Insights

An executive debrief on how Bangladesh is evolving as a strategic apparel sourcing region, exploring its challenges, resilience and innovation.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

11/16/2026 2:00:00 PM

Nov. 18, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: Preparing for EUFLR: Supply Chain Evidence & Intelligence

Learn how brands can strengthen supply chain evidence, improve supply chain intelligence and prepare for evolving regulatory expectations.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

11/18/2026 2:00:00 PM