HS Code:
Jackets and jacket-type garments excluded from heading 6201 (HS Code 6202 for women's or girls' overcoats, car-coats, capes, cloaks, anoraks, wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles, other than those of heading 6204) encompass a variety of outerwear designed for women and girls. This category includes protective and stylish garments made from diverse materials such as wool, cotton, synthetic fibers, and leather, but excludes knitted or crocheted items. These products are essential in the apparel industry, catering to seasonal and fashion demands across global markets. Trade in this category is influenced by factors such as fashion trends, seasonal weather patterns, and trade agreements.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 4.8 billion
38.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.9 billion
15.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.5 billion
12.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.2 billion
9.6% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 0.8 billion
6.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
12.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
35% (applied by certain developing countries on non-preferential imports)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Vietnam FTA or USMCA)
Growing demand for sustainable materials
Increased production of jackets using recycled fabrics and eco-friendly materials, pushing manufacturers to adopt greener practices to meet consumer and regulatory demands.
2021-2023
Rise of fast fashion
Higher turnover of jacket designs and styles, leading to increased trade volumes but also pressure on pricing and margins for exporters.
2019-2022
Shift to e-commerce
Direct-to-consumer sales channels have expanded, reducing dependency on traditional retail and increasing cross-border trade of jackets via online platforms.
2020-2023
The EVFTA, effective since August 2020, has reduced tariffs on Vietnamese apparel exports to the EU, boosting Vietnam's market share for jackets in the European market.
August 2020 - Ongoing
Vietnamese exports of jackets to the EU have increased by approximately 20% year-on-year, challenging competitors like China and Bangladesh.
Continued tariffs imposed by the US on Chinese apparel under Section 301 have led to a diversification of sourcing to countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam.
2019 - 2023
A noticeable shift in US import patterns, with a 10% decline in Chinese jacket imports and corresponding growth for other exporters.
The EU's new sustainability directives require stricter compliance with environmental standards for apparel, including jackets, affecting production and export costs.
January 2023
Exporters are investing in sustainable practices, potentially increasing costs but also opening premium market segments for compliant products.