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As the voice of the apparel and footwear industry, we work tirelessly to showcase and protect the important jobs we create in the U.S. and around the world. Learn what’s going on in the industry by keeping up with our news and advocacy efforts.

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Oct. 08, 2026

AAFA Identifies Five Platforms Driving Counterfeit Sales and Online Fraud in USTR NML Submission

AAFA has submitted comments, nominating five of the most problematic platforms for AAFA members that enable fraud and the sale and distribution of counterfeit goods.

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Oct. 30, 2026

AAFA Supports Extension of Section 301 Vessel Fee Suspension

AAFA submitted comments supporting USTR's proposed extension of the suspension of Section 301 maritime fees and related duties through January 9, 2027, while urging a longer-term resolution to protect U.S. businesses and supply chains.

TOPICS: Logistics, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/30/2026 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 29, 2026

AAFA Submits 2027 National Trade Estimate Comments

AAFA submitted comments to USTR for the 2027 National Trade Estimate Report, highlighting foreign trade barriers affecting the apparel, footwear, and travel goods industries and urging action to improve market access.

TOPICS: Sourcing, Supply Chain, Trade, Manufacturing, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/29/2026 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 28, 2026

AAFA Files Watch List Rebuttal Comments

The American Apparel & Footwear Association made a follow-up rebuttal submission to the European Commission’s Public Consultation on the 2027 Counterfeit and Piracy Watch List.

TOPICS: Anti-counterfeits, Counterfeits, Brand Protection, Customs, Trade, Intellectual Property

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/28/2026 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 13, 2026

AAFA Comments on SB 707 September Informal Rulemaking

AAFA provided CalRecycle with comments on regulatory concepts regarding responsible end markets, reuse and repair; convenient collection systems, and producer identification and exemptions.

TOPICS: Sustainability, Environmental, Trade, State and Local

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/13/2026 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 8, 2026

AAFA Identifies Five Platforms Driving Counterfeit Sales and Online Fraud in USTR NML Submission

AAFA has submitted comments, nominating five of the most problematic platforms for AAFA members that enable fraud and the sale and distribution of counterfeit goods.

TOPICS: Anti-counterfeits, Product Safety, Brand Protection, AAFA News

TYPE: Press Releases

10/8/2026 12:00:00 AM

Oct. 7, 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.

TOPICS: Anti-counterfeits, Sustainability, Brand Protection, Customs, Trade, AAFA News

TYPE: Letters and Comments

10/7/2026 12:00:00 AM