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. 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

Oct. 30, 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

10/30/2025 12:00:00 PM

Nov. 3, 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

11/3/2025 12:00:00 PM

Nov. 5, 2025 10:00 AM

Social Responsibility Committee November 2025 Meeting

The Committee discusses CSR issues and develops tools, policies, and best practices to help companies address those challenges.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Arlington, VA

11/5/2025 10:00:00 AM

Nov. 6, 2025 10:00 AM

Environmental Committee November 2025 Meeting

The Committee discusses sustainability issues facing the industry and develops innovative solutions to meet those challenges.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Arlington, VA

11/6/2025 10:00:00 AM

Nov. 10, 2025 03:00 PM

Trade and Customs Committee Monthly Call

Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

11/10/2025 3:00:00 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

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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. 21, 2025

AAFA Submits Comments on Steel & Aluminum Tariff Inclusions

AAFA submitted comments to Dept. of Commerce on Section 232 steel and aluminum tariff inclusions for travel goods.

Oct. 17, 2025

AAFA Submits Comments to Commerce on Imports of PPE

AAFA submitted comments to the Department of Commerce regarding its Section 232 National Security Investigation recommending elimination of tariffs on imports of Personal Protective Equipment.

Oct. 16, 2025

AAFA Submits Comments to USTR on Extension of Section 301 China Exclusions

AAFA submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative supporting the extension of the current China 301 exclusions, currently set to expire on November 29, 2025.

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