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What does US apparel import data in 2025 reveal about the cost of sourcing?

When it comes to the cost of sourcing apparel in 2025, Dr Sheng Lu, professor of apparel studies at the University of Delaware, says the data reveals four clear patterns.

Dr Sheng Lu March 06 2026

China remained the cheapest to source from, while cost of sourcing from Central America surged. Tariffs caused a price spike across the board, but consumer prices stayed stable as most brands and retailers absorbed the cost. Credit: Romberi/Shutterstock.

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