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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FEATURED

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.

CSR Guidance: Safe Factory Operations post COVID-19

This document provides guidance to factories on how to safely resume operations post COVID-19.

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

Practical Approaches to Made in USA. Thursday, September 4, Alexandria, VA.
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July 15, 2025 11:00 AM

USG Conversation on Enforcement in China

Join us for a comprehensive conversation about customs authorization letters, protecting trademarks and more.

Members Only

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

7/15/2025 11:00:00 AM

July 17, 2025 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

7/17/2025 12:00:00 PM

July 21, 2025 11:00 AM

Brands General Counsels Committee Virtual Office Hour

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

7/21/2025 11:00:00 AM

July 21, 2025 12:00 PM

AAFA Weekly 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

7/21/2025 12:00:00 PM

July 23, 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

7/23/2025 12:00:00 PM

July 28, 2025 12:00 PM

AAFA Weekly 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

7/28/2025 12:00:00 PM

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

May. 29, 2025

Joint Industry White House Letter on Damaging Tariffs

AAFA, CFDA, FDRA, SFIA, and USFIA share perspectives on the damaging tariffs with President Donald Trump.

Jul. 14, 2025

AAFA Leads Letter Advocating for White House IP Funding

AAFA Leads Letter Advocating for IPEC Funding

Jul. 02, 2025

AAFA Joins American Combat Boot Alliance in Expressing Support for BOOTS Act

AAFA welcomed introduction of a measure to ensure that all combat boots supplied to the U.S. military are Made in USA in accordance with the Berry Amendment.

Jun. 30, 2025

AAFA Submits Comments to USPTO re OECD Marketplace Guidelines

AAFA submitted comments to the USPTO regarding OECD's Draft Voluntary Guidelines for Countering Illicit Trade in Counterfeit Goods on Online Marketplaces.

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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July 23, 2025 02:00 PM

Webinar: Global Supply Chain Shift: Planning for Tomorrow’s Tariffs

Discover how global trade disruptions and escalating tariff tensions are reshaping the core strategies of fashion and retail supply chains worldwide.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

7/23/2025 2:00:00 PM

July 31, 2025 02:30 PM

Webinar: AAFA Member-Only Call on America’s Semi-Quincentennial

Join AAFA and the U.S. Semi-Quincentennial Commission to learn how AAFA members can participate in America's 250th anniversary celebrations.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Brand Protection, Trade

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

7/31/2025 2:30:00 PM