The trade world continues to shift rapidly and right now, Pakistan stands out as a strategic partner for brands seeking reliability, cost-effectiveness, and supply chain resilience.
Tariff Landscape 2025: Who’s Paying What?
- India is facing a staggering 50% U.S. import tariff on its textile exports due to its persistent Russian oil purchases a significant blow to its competitive pricing. (Reuters)
- Vietnam, Bangladesh, and China are also under steep tariffs approximately 20%, 20%, and even upwards of 54% respectively adding further pressure on their cost structures. (Vogue Business, AP News, shenglufashion.com)
- In contrast, Pakistan enjoys a much lower 19% tariff, giving you a pricing advantage when sourcing apparel, bags, or accessories. (The Express Tribune, The Budget Lab at Yale)
Why This Matters for Your Brand
Country U.S. Tariff Rate Strategic Position Pakistan 19% Sharp cost edge with stable access Bangladesh 20% Competitive but regionally matched Vietnam 20% Similar range, limited breakout gap India 50% Deep margin hit, risky for high-volume sourcing China 54%+ Pricing significantly impacted
With rising tariffs, many brands are evaluating alternatives. Pakistan offers a sweet spot strong textile infrastructure, reliable quality, and tariffs among the lowest today.
What Prolook Brings to Your Table
- Lower landed cost from U.S. arrivals thanks to favorable tariffs
- Secure, agile production backed by local materials, integrated manufacturing facilities, and faster lead times
- Sustainability & compliance-ready capabilities including RPET and GRS-certified lines, ethical labor, and quality control
- Strategic sourcing partner for both high-volume and agile production models
Ready to Rebalance Your Supply Chain?
Let’s talk about how Pakistan can boost your brand’s price edge and operational resilience. Whether you’re developing new bags, apparel, or accessories, Prolook is ready when you are.
Best, Team Prolook Athletic
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