US tariffs are reshaping the dynamics of Asia’s apparel trade, and the latest figures show a stark divide in performance among major exporters. While Bangladesh has emerged as one of the biggest gainers, China’s exports have slumped, and India’s growth has slowed sharply.

According to a Fiber to Fashion report covering data up to June 2025, Bangladesh’s textile and apparel exports to the United States surged by 44.6% year-on-year, reaching $4.36 billion. The growth comes despite the tariff measures announced by US President Donald Trump on April 20, signaling strong demand for Bangladeshi products in the American market.

Vietnam also posted robust growth, with exports climbing 26.2% to $8.54 billion.

India’s performance was far less encouraging. After recording 11.8% growth in the first quarter of 2025, the rate slowed dramatically to just 3.3% in June, bringing its total exports to $5.36 billion.

China faced the steepest decline, with textile and apparel exports to the US plunging 41% to $9.34 billion. The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) noted that the drop has further strained already tense trade relations between Washington and Beijing.

While Bangladesh and Vietnam appear to be capitalizing on shifting sourcing patterns, the broader Asian apparel trade remains volatile as global demand adjusts to new tariff realities.

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