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.

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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Aug. 11, 2025 12:00 PM

AAFA Member-Only Call on Tariffs

Please join AAFA’s Policy Team for an update on the state of the Trump tariffs.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

8/11/2025 12:00:00 PM

Aug. 19, 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

8/19/2025 3:00:00 PM

Aug. 20, 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

8/20/2025 12:00:00 PM

Aug. 21, 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

8/21/2025 12:00:00 PM

Aug. 25, 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

8/25/2025 12:00:00 PM

Aug. 26, 2025 11:00 AM

Brands General Counsels Committee Virtual Office Hour

Please join us to learn about the latest issues impacting your company.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

8/26/2025 11:00:00 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

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Jul. 17, 2025

AAFA Flags Anticounterfeiting Recommendations During Anticounterfeiting Awareness Month

AAFA urges Congress and the  Trump Administration to take immediate actions on anticounterfeiting.

Jul. 18, 2025

AAFA Provides Testimony Regarding AGOA

AAFA delivers testimony before USTR in support of AGOA renewal.

Jul. 18, 2025

AAFA Submits Comment to Washington State on PFAS Rulemaking

AAFA submits comment to the Washington Department of Ecology on their proposed Cycle 1.5 PFAS rulemaking.

Jul. 17, 2025

Leading Retail, Apparel, and Footwear Associations Sign MOU to Form PRO

AAFA, CRA, NRF join forces on PRO to comply with CA SB 707.

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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Sep. 18, 2025 02:00 PM

Webinar: How to Gain Business Confidence Amid Trade Uncertainty

Join Oritain’s Ana Hinojosa and Ben Tomkins for insights on enforcement trends, trade risks, and building confidence in a time of uncertainty.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

9/18/2025 2:00:00 PM