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How the new GST affects textiles  

Headline: New GST rates (effective Sep 22, 2025) — what it means for textile prices, demand, and working capital.

Summary:
GST re-fitment reduces tax on man-made fibres, yarns and many MMF products (old 18%/12% → new 5%), removing the major inverted-duty pain — result: lower landed costs for MMF chains, faster refunds, and better cash flow for exporters and brands.

Fast facts

Core changes for textiles: many MMF inputs (fibre/yarn) have moved to 5% from 12%/18%, while cotton items largely remain at 5%.

Expected effective date: September 22, 2025 (final product-level notifications from CBIC will confirm exact HSN fitments).

CENTRESTAGE ELITES unveils Guo Pei's Hong Kong solo couture debut, Star-studded runway show highlights 30+ unique creations.

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), CENTRESTAGE – the annual gala event for the Asian fashion industry – takes place from 3 to 6 September 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The prestigious opening event, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, took place last night at M+ in the West Kowloon Cultural District, with internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei presenting a stunning couture collection.

An overview of the latest apparel consumption and trade data for major supplier and buyer nations.
Apparel Imports in June 2025:
US: US$ 6.5 bn, up 5% YoY
EU: US$ 7.4 bn, up 21% YoY
Japan: US$ 1.6 bn, up 7% YoY
UK: US$ 1.8 bn, up 29% YoY

AMITH - Association Marocaine des Industries du Textile et de l'Habillement (The Moroccan Association of Textile and Clothing Industries) and CEMS-Global USA are thrilled to announce the 22nd edition of the Maroc in Mode (MIM) Show 2025, building upon the remarkable success of the 21st edition held in 2024. The 2024 MIM Show concluded on a high note, firmly establishing itself as a premier textile and apparel sourcing event in Africa. 

The 21st MIM Show 2024 drew significant attention and was characterized by its strategic emphasis on nearshoring—a trend that has gained increasing importance as companies seek efficient and sustainable supply chain solutions, which saw the signing of pivotal agreements that strengthened industry ties and bolstered the regional supply chain.

U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has agreed to a multi-year partnership as the new title sponsor of The Palm Beaches Marathon.

The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon, a race owned and managed by Ken Kennerly's K2 Sports Ventures, will be held in Downtown West Palm Beach, Florida, on December 13-14, 2025.

This renowned marathon event is recognized for its beautiful views of the waterfront and palm-tree-lined streets and welcomes runners from across the country and around the world to the warmth of Florida during the cold winter months.

The 44th HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and the 13th Salon de TIME, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Limited, and Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Limited, themed “Our Time Our Moments”, are expected to attract over 650 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions, providing a one-stop sourcing platform for global buyers.

Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, the physical exhibitions will be held from 2 to 6 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Salon de TIME is fully open for industry professionals and the public to visit and make purchases.

India's biggest WOOLLEN knitwear market in Ludhiana is facing a double whammy as Trump tariffs have rolled out exports to US have become untenable and European buyers are driving a tough bargain and re-negotiating terms of orders.

The US has been the biggest customer of WOOLLEN knitwear, synthetic yarn and activewear from Ludhiana. With Trump tariffs of 50% in place, Ludhiana's exports are severely impacted. The ex-porters are hoping that like China, they get a 90-day reprieve. 

Amit Jain, chairman of Confederation of Indian Industry Punjab told ET, "The world knows that Indian garment and textile market will face the tariffs.

Ganatra alluded to, "I have heard that every 2nd American is using Indian towels."

The Central Government has announced an extension of the import duty exemption on cotton until 31st December 2025, moving beyond the earlier deadline of 30th September 2025. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Finance on Thursday, 28th August, the move aims to ease raw material availability for India’s textile industry.

The exemption, which was first introduced on 19th August 2025 and scheduled to end in September, will now continue until the year-end. The government emphasized that this step is intended not only to stabilize cotton supplies for domestic manufacturers but also to provide added support to the country’s textile exporters.

With the onset of embargo-like tariffs imposed by the United States from today—among the highest in the region—India’s textile sector faces a formidable challenge in maintaining its global competitiveness. In response, the Northern India Textile Mills Association (NITMA) has urged the GST Council to implement a uniform 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on key inputs in the man-made fiber (MMF) value chain.
Speaking ahead of the upcoming GST Council deliberations scheduled for September 3–4, 2025, NITMA President Sidharth Khanna emphasized the urgent need to eliminate the inverted duty structure currently affecting the MMF segment.

Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) successfully launched the inaugural Conference on Textiles in 2024. The event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and artisans to deliberate on the sector’s future—embracing cutting-edge technologies, fostering sustainable practices, and preserving cultural heritage. The conference witnessed robust participation from eminent voices across the textile value chain. 

Building on this success, we are excited to announce the 2nd Edition of the Conference, under the theme: ‘Advancing Indian Textiles: Innovation, Integration, and Impact’ scheduled to be held on Thursday 28 August 2025 at Hotel Radison BLU, Ludhiana, bringing together industry leaders, cutting-edge innovators, and high-growth SMEs under one roof.

During a panel discussion at Gartex Texprocess India Delhi 2025, experts shared their insights on sustainable practices in the textile and fabric care industry.

THEME of panel discussion; Green is the New Clean: Driving sustainability in Textile & Fabric care.

One panelist, representing a company focused on helping micro-entrepreneurs, highlighted their impactful decision to adopt sustainable practices. Their initiative started with selecting machinery and processes that were adaptable to green methods. They also developed training programs to educate their workforce and new entrepreneurs on the importance of sustainability.