Tools & Resources

Staying compliant and competitive in the global marketplace is key to growth and success. We’re proud to offer best-in-class research and reporting tools to AAFA members.

Check out some of our most popular reports, including Restricted Substances List (RSL), and our member-only reports ApparelStats & ShoeStats, labeling guidance, and country profiles. 

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THREADS Protocol

The THREADS Sustainability and Social Responsibility Protocol identifies core tenets that will enable policymakers to develop practical, workable, and effective regulatory proposals.

H T M L Grid

May 4, 2017

AAFA Education Foundation Schools

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

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/4/2017 12:00:00 AMAAFA Education Foundation Schools

Dec. 9, 2022

AAFA Important Dates Matrix

This resource, launched in December 2022, tracks key legislative dates and comment periods for member input. Current topics range from international deforestation and GHG emissions disclosures to Notorious Markets and Tariffs.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Counterfeits, Brand Protection, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

12/9/2022 12:00:00 AMAAFA Important Dates Matrix

Mar. 27, 2023

Brand Protection Tips: Directory of Brand Protection Resources by Platform

This regularly updated document includes an index of e-commerce platforms alongside links to their brand protection programs, policies, and public reports. It also lists contact information for their brand protection staff.

TOPICS: Counterfeits, Brand Protection, Trademarks, Intellectual Property

TYPE: Tools & Research

3/27/2023 12:00:00 AMBrand Protection Tips: Directory of Brand Protection Resources by Platform

Apr. 28, 2021

Brand Protection Tips: Dupe Influencers on Social Media

AAFA’s first-ever report on the concerning trend among a small but fast-growing pool of influencers – dupe influencers – promoting counterfeit apparel, footwear, and accessories on social media platforms.

TOPICS: Anti-counterfeits, Brand Protection, Trademarks, Intellectual Property

TYPE: Tools & Research

4/28/2021 12:00:00 AMBrand Protection Tips: Dupe Influencers on Social Media

Nov. 1, 2022

Brand Protection Tips: Fighting Fakes While Shopping Online

Hazards like illegal chemicals in a product, missing safety mechanisms, and poor construction standards are good reasons to avoid counterfeit products. Access this checklist for making more informed decisions when shopping via online third-party mark

TOPICS: Counterfeits, Brand Protection, Trademarks, Intellectual Property

TYPE: Tools & Research

11/1/2022 3:35:07 PMBrand Protection Tips: Fighting Fakes While Shopping Online

Sep. 29, 2022

Brand Protection Tips: Fraudulent Advertising Online

Access this joint report by the Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (TRACIT) in coordination with AAFA, which explores the emerging risk of fraudulent advertising online and how to combat it.

TOPICS: Counterfeits, Brand Protection, Trademarks, Intellectual Property

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/29/2022 9:29:49 AMBrand Protection Tips: Fraudulent Advertising Online

Sep. 11, 2024

CSR Guidance: AAFA/WRAP Guidance on the Forced Labor

A joint publication of AAFA and WRAP, supporting AAFA members in the process of continuous improvement in policies to identify and eliminate any form of forced labor.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/11/2024 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: AAFA/WRAP Guidance on the Forced Labor

Dec. 7, 2021

CSR Guidance: Assessing Prospective New Supplier Social Compliance

AAFA & WRAP have provided this guidance as an issue-spotting tool for social compliance due diligence.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

12/7/2021 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Assessing Prospective New Supplier Social Compliance

Mar. 28, 2023

CSR Guidance: 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.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

3/28/2023 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Commitment to Responsible Recruitment

Dec. 10, 2024

CSR Guidance: Corporate Social Responsibility Benchmarking Survey

The AAFA Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Benchmarking Survey Report provides AAFA member companies with a barometer of how its company's CSR programs compare to the rest of the apparel and footwear industry.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

12/10/2024 10:00:35 AMCSR Guidance: Corporate Social Responsibility Benchmarking Survey

May 19, 2021

CSR Guidance: Eradicating Forced Labor

AAFA/WRAP member-only guidance to help members establish and implement policies to identify and eliminate any form of forced labor in their supply chain.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/19/2021 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Eradicating Forced Labor

July 22, 2024

CSR Guidance: European Union Forced Labor Regulation Summary

AAFA member summary regarding the EU forced labor ban that was approved in April 2024.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

7/22/2024 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: European Union Forced Labor Regulation Summary

May 12, 2022

CSR Guidance: Global Due Diligence/Disclosure Regulations

These resources help AAFA members understand the growing due diligence regulatory landscape and disclosure requirements.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/12/2022 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Global Due Diligence/Disclosure Regulations

Sep. 11, 2024

CSR Guidance: Guidance for Companies Sourcing from Bangladesh

As Bangladesh transitions to a new government, AAFA has developed this guidance on due diligence as companies assess purchasing practices.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/11/2024 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Guidance for Companies Sourcing from Bangladesh

Sep. 29, 2022

CSR Guidance: Health & Safety in Denim Finishing

A robust set of guidelines to assist denim finishing facilities in providing a safe and healthy work environment that prevents accidents, injuries, and illnesses at their facilities.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/29/2022 10:06:59 AMCSR Guidance: Health & Safety in Denim Finishing

Jan. 24, 2018

CSR Guidance: International Minimum Wage Matrix

This matrix was created to help members navigate international minimum wage requirements. Information ranges from official minimum wage in local currency (as of January 2023) and maximum working hours to the expected timeline for the next increase.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility, Trade

TYPE: Tools & Research

1/24/2018 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: International Minimum Wage Matrix

Feb. 13, 2024

CSR Guidance: Joint Disclosure Guide (covering UK, Canada, Australia, California)

AAFA has created a comprehensive guide for AAFA members to assist them in complying with both the letter and spirit of each law.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility, Traceability

TYPE: Tools & Research

2/13/2024 2:15:42 PMCSR Guidance: Joint Disclosure Guide (covering UK, Canada, Australia, California)

Feb. 10, 2021

CSR Guidance: Myanmar

In light of the February 1 coup in Myanmar (otherwise known as Burma), AAFA has published guidance for members sourcing from Myanmar. This resource is now available to the industry at large.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

2/10/2021 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Myanmar

Mar. 21, 2018

CSR Guidance: North Korea

Guidance on how to address U.S. sanctions against imports made in whole or in part with North Korean labor. Recent sanctions impact many parts of your company – sourcing, customs compliance, social compliance, legal, purchasing, and accounting.

TOPICS: Customs, Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

3/21/2018 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: North Korea

June 8, 2022

CSR Guidance: Safe Factory Operations post COVID-19

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

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility, Trade

TYPE: Tools & Research

6/8/2022 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Safe Factory Operations post COVID-19

May 11, 2020

CSR Guidance: Social Compliance Guidance for Non-CSR Personnel

A joint publication by AAFA and WRAP to assist non-CSR personnel with social auditing.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/11/2020 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Social Compliance Guidance for Non-CSR Personnel

July 22, 2024

CSR Guidance: The European Union (EU) Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Summary

AAFA member summary regarding European Council’s EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive that was established May 2024.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

7/22/2024 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: The European Union (EU) Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Summary

July 13, 2023

CSR Guidance: Tier 2 Supplier Pre Sourcing Assessment

Supports members in identifying tier 2 suppliers that meet expectations.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

7/13/2023 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Tier 2 Supplier Pre Sourcing Assessment

July 13, 2023

CSR Guidance: Traceability Benchmarking Survey

AAFA's annual traceability benchmarking survey, helping companies better address the important issue of traceability in the supply chain.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

7/13/2023 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Traceability Benchmarking Survey

July 13, 2023

CSR Guidance: UFLPA - Getting the Documents You Need

This document is a joint publication by AAFA and TrusTrace to support proper documentation evidence collection for UFLPA.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

7/13/2023 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: UFLPA - Getting the Documents You Need

Jan. 15, 2021

CSR Guidance: UFLPA/Xinjiang Resources

Access tools developed for AAFA members to help you stay informed and engaged on the rapidly evolving, critical CSR issues related to Xinjiang.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

1/15/2021 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: UFLPA/Xinjiang Resources

Nov. 29, 2018

CSR Guidance: Working Hours Best Practices

This Working Hours Best Practices resource is a joint publication between AAFA and Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) to address excessive working hours.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

11/29/2018 12:00:00 AMCSR Guidance: Working Hours Best Practices

Sep. 11, 2024

Environmental Resource: AAFA & Marten Law TSCA Reporting Rule Guidance

A joint publication of AAFA and Marten Law, this member-only explainer breaks down important aspects of the TSCA Reporting Rule.

TOPICS: Sustainability, Environmental, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/11/2024 12:00:00 AMEnvironmental Resource: AAFA & Marten Law TSCA Reporting Rule Guidance

Sep. 11, 2024

Environmental Resource: CA Responsible Textile Recovery Act (SB 707) Primer

A summary of the CA’s Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024 (SB 707) requirements and frequently asked questions. SB 707 establishes an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for textiles, apparel, footwear and travel goods in CA.

TOPICS: Sustainability, Environmental, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/11/2024 12:00:00 AMEnvironmental Resource: CA Responsible Textile Recovery Act (SB 707) Primer

July 17, 2017

Environmental Resource: Environmental and Sustainability Benchmarking Survey

The report is meant to provide AAFA member companies with a barometer of how their environmental sustainability programs compare to the rest of the apparel and footwear industry.

TOPICS: Sustainability, Environmental, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

7/17/2017 12:00:00 AMEnvironmental Resource: Environmental and Sustainability Benchmarking Survey

May 29, 2017

Labeling Guidance: Frequently Asked Questions

A resource of frequently asked questions about labeling issues and requirements.

TOPICS: Labeling, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/29/2017 12:00:00 AMLabeling Guidance: Frequently Asked Questions

Nov. 5, 2024

Labeling Guidance: Mandatory Labeling Requirements

AAFA's International Apparel & Footwear Labeling Matrix provides a general overview of the mandatory labeling requirements for adult apparel and footwear in 82 countries.

TOPICS: Labeling, Supply Chain, Trade, Manufacturing

TYPE: Tools & Research

11/5/2024 9:56:34 AMLabeling Guidance: Mandatory Labeling Requirements

Sep. 29, 2022

Labeling Guidance: U.S. Rules, Regulations, and Guides

Below is a list of helpful links to the relevant rules, regulations, and guides available for labeling apparel, footwear, textiles, and fashion accessories for the U.S. market.

TOPICS: Labeling, Supply Chain, Manufacturing

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/29/2022 10:34:10 AMLabeling Guidance: U.S. Rules, Regulations, and Guides

Apr. 25, 2017

Made in USA Directory

Explore our list of members with U.S. manufacturing capabilities.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Manufacturing

TYPE: Tools & Research

4/25/2017 12:00:00 AMMade in USA Directory

Dec. 10, 2024

Market Statistics: Apparel

An annual statistical report on the apparel industry, ApparelStats provides consistent detailed updates related to production, imports, exports, consumption, employment, trade by price line, and consumer expenditures.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, Statistics

TYPE: Tools & Research

12/10/2024 10:04:27 AMMarket Statistics: Apparel

Dec. 10, 2024

Market Statistics: Footwear

ShoeStats is a comprehensive source of statistics on the U.S. footwear market containing detailed information on imports, retail prices, consumption and domestic production.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, Statistics

TYPE: Tools & Research

12/10/2024 10:05:40 AMMarket Statistics: Footwear

June 6, 2023

Market Statistics: Legwear Imports

Released by the U.S. International Trade Commission and compiled by AAFA.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, Statistics

TYPE: Tools & Research

6/6/2023 1:36:51 PMMarket Statistics: Legwear Imports

May 4, 2017

MOU Partners

AAFA has forged Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreements with strategic partners around the world to collaborate on reducing trade barriers, sharing best practices, and promoting innovation on behalf of our members.

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/4/2017 12:00:00 AMMOU Partners

Sep. 29, 2022

Product Safety Guidance: Chemical Management at the State Level

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

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Environmental, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/29/2022 10:38:01 AMProduct Safety Guidance: Chemical Management at the State Level

Apr. 22, 2024

Product Safety Guidance: Product Recalls in Apparel and Footwear

The AAFA Product Recall List includes information from The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), European Commission, and Health Canada. This member-only tool is a running list of apparel and footwear product recalls.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

4/22/2024 10:29:14 AMProduct Safety Guidance: Product Recalls in Apparel and Footwear

May 16, 2017

Product Safety Guidance: Restricted Substances List

This RSL is intended to provide apparel and footwear companies with information related to regulations and laws that restrict or ban certain chemicals and substances in finished home textile, apparel, and footwear products around the world.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/16/2017 12:00:00 AMProduct Safety Guidance: Restricted Substances List

Sep. 29, 2022

Product Safety Guidance: U.S. PFAS Regulations

As U.S. states ban and restrict Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), AAFA has published a member-only resource comparing PFAS regulations with data by state including: the prohibition, the TF/TOF Limit, the effective date, and more.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Environmental, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/29/2022 12:00:00 AMProduct Safety Guidance: U.S. PFAS Regulations

Apr. 23, 2024

Proposition 65: 60-day Notice Filings

This member-only tool highlights the 60-day notices filed for apparel and footwear products under California’s Proposition 65 (Prop 65). The list of chemicals regulated by Prop 65 is updated annually and currently regulates about 800 chemicals.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

4/23/2024 7:35:27 AMProposition 65: 60-day Notice Filings

Nov. 22, 2024

Proposition 65: Best Practices and Warning Label Guidance

A summary of best practices for coming into compliance with California Proposition 65 (Prop 65), specifically developing a warning label protocol for your products.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

11/22/2024 12:00:00 AMProposition 65: Best Practices and Warning Label Guidance

Oct. 1, 2018

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.

TOPICS: Labeling, Product Safety, Brand Protection, Customs, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Tools & Research

10/1/2018 12:00:00 AMSelling in New Countries

Jan. 4, 2023

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.

TOPICS: Sourcing, Supply Chain, Social Responsibility, Trade, Traceability

TYPE: Tools & Research

1/4/2023 9:52:02 AMSourcing in New Countries

May 12, 2017

Testing Standards: Hosiery, Legwear, Socks

The Guidelines for Legwear, Hosiery, and Sock Testing establishes testing standards for the industry and its lab partners.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing

TYPE: Tools & Research

5/12/2017 12:00:00 AMTesting Standards: Hosiery, Legwear, Socks

Sep. 29, 2022

Testing Standards: Reasonable Guidelines for Testing Children's Products

AAFA's Reasonable Testing Guidance serves as a guideline for the regulated community within the apparel and footwear industry to explain key elements of the testing and certification of children's products.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Chemical Management, Supply Chain

TYPE: Tools & Research

9/29/2022 10:48:19 AMTesting Standards: Reasonable Guidelines for Testing Children's Products

Jan. 30, 2023

THREADS Protocol

The THREADS Sustainability and Social Responsibility Protocol identifies core tenets that will enable policymakers to develop practical, workable, and effective regulatory proposals.

TOPICS: Product Safety, Sustainability, Supply Chain, Social Responsibility

TYPE: Tools & Research

1/30/2023 12:00:00 AMTHREADS Protocol

Aug. 17, 2023

Trade Guidance: FTA Matrices

Access tools developed for AAFA members to help you reference Free Trade Agreement (FTA) details.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Tools & Research

8/17/2023 12:00:00 AMTrade Guidance: FTA Matrices