division | Main contents | Implications |
|---|---|---|
| global economy | Easing inflation and recovering consumer sentiment | Clothing imports continue to recover |
| labor cost gap | Production cost advantages in Southeast Asia and Central and South America | The fixed import structure centered on OEM/ODM |
| Exchange rate impact | Import prices rise when the won weakens | Factors that pressure low-priced brands |
| ESG regulations | Strengthening human rights and environmental standards in EU and US supply chains | Sustainable materials and supply chain transparency are needed. |
HS62 is a finished garment based on fabric (woven fabric) , and its global supply chain structure is clearly divided into labor divisions.
Korea focuses on design and planning, while production maintains a Southeast Asian OEM structure .
item | detail |
|---|---|
| HS code | 62 (Articles of apparel, not knitted or crocheted) |
| Main subcategories | 6203 (Men's suits and shirts), 6204 (Women's clothing), 6205 (Shirts), 6210 (Waterproof clothing), 6217 (Accessories) |
| Import volume in 2024 | Approximately USD 6.8 billion (+7.2% YoY) |
| industrial structure | SPA/fast fashion 55%, luxury/premium 30%, uniform/functional 15% |
| Major demand sources | Large distribution/apparel brands, home shopping, online malls |
Imports are steadily increasing thanks to reopenings and expanded overseas production following the COVID-19 pandemic
. Growth is particularly evident in the fashion, leisure, and uniform sectors.
ranking | importing country | specific gravity(%) | Features and Risks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vietnam | 33.5 | OEM-focused, stable quality and delivery times |
| 2 | china | 26.7 | Includes mid- to low-priced clothing and clothing accessories |
| 3 | Indonesia | 12.6 | sportswear, uniforms |
| 4 | Bangladesh | 9.3 | Mass production, high cost competitiveness |
| 5 | India | 5.8 | Cotton fabrics and premium casual wear |
| 6 | Cambodia | 4.4 | Expanding OEM share |
| 7 | Italy | 3.2 | Luxury brand finished products |
| etc | 4.5 | Türkiye, Spain, Thailand, etc. |
The top five countries account for 87.9% of the production .
The Southeast Asian-centric production base system is firmly established, and the shift from China to Vietnam and Indonesia is accelerating.
nation | Import share (%) | Δ Proportion (previous quarter) | characteristic |
|---|---|---|---|
| vietnam | 33.5 | ▲0.7 | Increasing the proportion of high-end OEMs |
| china | 26.7 | ▼0.8 | Reduction of low-price lines |
| Indonesia | 12.6 | ▲0.3 | Sportswear and uniforms are strong |
| Bangladesh | 9.3 | ▲0.2 | Large-scale supply stabilization |
| India | 5.8 | ▲0.2 | Cotton/Premium |
| Cambodia | 4.4 | ▲0.1 | Active new OEM investments |
| Italy | 3.2 | = | Stable imports of luxury goods |
| etc | 4.5 | ▼0.7 | Decrease in Türkiye, Spain, etc. |
China's share is declining, and the structure is shifting to a two-axis system of 'Vietnam + Indonesia' .
division | 2023 Q3 | 2024 Q3 | Increase/decrease (%) | characteristic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General clothing | 232 kt | 248 kt | +6.9 | OEM mass production focus |
| Functional/Sportswear | 58 kt | 63 kt | +8.6 | Expansion of high value-added OEM |
| Luxury/Premium | 21 kt | 22 kt | +4.8 | European imports stabilize |
| Uniforms/Industrial | 14 kt | 15 kt | +7.1 | Increased public and private demand |
Overall import volume continues to increase due to increased OEM volume , especially acceleration of shift to high value-added products centered on functional clothing .
Item | 2024 Q1 (USD/kg) | 2024 Q2 | 2024 Q3 | QoQ Δ(%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General clothing | 27.4 | 28.1 | 28.5 | +1.4 |
| sportswear | 39.2 | 40.1 | 41.3 | +3.0 |
| luxury brands | 212 | 218 | 222 | +1.8 |
| Uniforms/Industrial | 34.5 | 34.9 | 35.3 | +1.1 |
A gradual increase in unit price due to rising costs of raw materials (fabric, buttons, zippers, etc.) and labor.
branch | characteristic | Volatility (0–1) |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | New product preparations, surge in imports | 0.62 |
| Q2 | Focus on summer fashion lines | 0.74 |
| Q3 | Off-season, OEM delivery adjustment | 0.48 |
| Q4 | Increased income during the winter and holiday seasons | 0.70 |
item | detail |
|---|---|
| tariff | Many FTA agreements are tariff-free (Vietnam, Indonesia, etc.) |
| Non-tariff | Strengthening certification of origin and environmental, labor, and governance (ESG) standards |
| Domestic alternative | Growth of domestic OEM and small-scale production brands |
| assignment | Expanding eco-friendly materials (recycled polyester and organic cotton) and ensuring supply chain traceability. |
characteristic | evaluation | analysis |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon emissions impact | middle | Concentrated energy use in sewing and dyeing processes |
| ESG Risk | award | Human rights and labor issues in some producing countries |
| Net Zero Contribution | middle | Positive outlook for expanded recycled materials |
| circular economy | middle | Possibility of linking with the expansion of the used and resale market |
importing country | Policy (0–1) | Logistics (0–1) | Trust Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| vietnam | 0.27 | 0.29 | 0.80 |
| china | 0.36 | 0.33 | 0.69 |
| Indonesia | 0.30 | 0.31 | 0.77 |
| Bangladesh | 0.33 | 0.37 | 0.71 |
| India | 0.29 | 0.31 | 0.76 |
| Cambodia | 0.35 | 0.34 | 0.72 |
| Italy | 0.22 | 0.25 | 0.84 |
Average Trust Index ≈ 0.76 (good) High stability in Vietnam and Indonesia
compared to risks in China and Bangladesh .
industry | Major companies | Imported items | characteristic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion retail | LF · Shinsegae International · Musinsa | finished clothing | OEM dependence |
| Sports & Outdoors | Fila · K2 · Black Yak | functional clothing | Focused on Indonesian and Vietnamese products |
| SPA brand | Uniqlo Korea · Zara Korea | Bulk OEM products | Low price/large quantity |
| Luxury goods distribution | Lotte and Hyundai Department Stores | Import of finished products | Proportion of direct imports from the EU |
| For public and corporate use | Kolon Mobility · Hyosung TNC | Uniforms and industrial clothing | stable income |
characteristic | Currently (2025 Q3) | Compared to the previous quarter (Δ%) | analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| ΔImport | +6.3% | ▲1.1 | Consumption recovery and increased OEM deliveries |
| ΔPrice | +2.0% | ▲0.5 | Impact of rising labor costs |
| ΔCountryShare | +0.4% | ▲0.2 | Increasing the share of Vietnam and India |
| Trust Index | 0.76 | = | Supply chain stability |
| Forecast (3M) | +6.8% | ▲ | Expected increase in income during winter and holiday seasons |
Summary: HS62 imports are showing solid growth (positive) .
The Southeast Asian OEM structure is solidifying and shifting towards ESG compliance is occurring simultaneously.
division | Suggestion | Expected effect |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction of an ESG garment factory certification system and cooperative fund | Securing trust in global brand supply |
| 2 | Supporting the digital production transition of domestic small and medium-sized OEMs | Expanding the reshoring base |
| 3 | Building a country-of-origin data tracking platform | Ensuring supply chain transparency |
| 4 | Tariff incentives for recycled material clothing | Promoting sustainable fashion |
| 5 | AI-based consumer demand prediction system | Minimize inventory risk |
HS 62 (Articles of Apparel, Not Knit or Crocheted) Imports Trade Index – 2025 Q3
ΔImport +6.3% , ΔPrice +2.0% , Trust 0.76 , Forecast (3M) +6.8%
→ Import growth continues, with a focus on OEMs from Vietnam and Indonesia .
ESG response and a shift to eco-friendly materials are key to future competitiveness.
