HS Code:
The category 'Garments, made up of knitted or crocheted fabrics of heading 5903, 5906, or 5907' under the Harmonized System (HS) Code 6113 includes specialized garments made from coated, rubberized, or impregnated fabrics. These garments are often designed for specific purposes such as protective clothing, sportswear, or industrial use, featuring properties like water resistance, durability, and elasticity. This category covers a niche but significant segment of the textile industry, catering to both consumer and industrial markets globally.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
8.5%
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Vietnam FTA)
Rising demand for protective and sportswear
Increased production in countries like Vietnam and China due to growing global demand for specialized garments in healthcare and outdoor activities.
2021-2022
Sustainability focus
Shift towards eco-friendly coatings and materials, influencing sourcing patterns and increasing costs for non-compliant manufacturers.
2020-2022
Supply chain diversification
Post-COVID-19, buyers are diversifying suppliers away from China, boosting production in countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam.
2020-2022
The EVFTA, fully implemented in 2020, has reduced tariffs on Vietnamese garment exports to the EU, making Vietnam a key supplier of specialized knitted garments.
August 2020
Increased market share for Vietnam in the EU, challenging competitors like China.
Ongoing trade tensions have led to additional tariffs on Chinese garment exports to the US, prompting buyers to source from alternative countries.
Mid-2022
Decline in US imports from China, with gains for Vietnam and Bangladesh.
The EU introduced stricter regulations on chemical coatings used in fabrics under headings 5903, 5906, and 5907, requiring compliance with sustainability standards.
January 2023
Increased production costs for non-compliant manufacturers, favoring those already aligned with green practices.