Cambodia has overtaken India in nine apparel categories in the US market, highlighting a shift in global garment sourcing patterns. According to Fibre2Fashion’s analysis of TexPro data, the relative import values of the two countries recorded an estimated $770 million reversal between January and August.

The findings indicate that changes in US tariff rates are reshaping apparel sourcing decisions, although higher tariffs have not produced predictable winners among exporting countries. Meanwhile, China’s recovery in August masked a broader decline in its cumulative apparel exports to the US.

The developments underline increasing competition among apparel-exporting countries and the importance of pricing, trade policies and sourcing strategies in maintaining market share. For India’s textile and garment industry, strengthening export competitiveness and adapting to changing buyer preferences will remain important for sustaining growth in the US market.