Bangladesh fabric and yarn imports recorded a 3.20% decline in 2025, reflecting a moderation in raw material procurement by the country’s textile and apparel sector amid shifting global demand and cautious buying sentiment.
Industry sources indicate that softer export orders, inventory rationalisation by garment manufacturers and volatile global market conditions contributed to the reduced import volumes during the year. Rising input costs and currency pressures also encouraged mills and apparel exporters to optimise sourcing and rely more on existing stocks.
Despite the dip, Bangladesh continues to remain one of the world’s largest importers of textile raw materials, supported by its strong ready-made garment (RMG) industry. Manufacturers are increasingly focusing on efficiency, cost control and supply chain resilience to navigate the evolving trade environment.
Sector experts believe that import demand could stabilise in the coming months as global retail orders show early signs of recovery and buyers resume long-term sourcing commitments. Policy support, diversification of export markets and value-added production are expected to play a key role in shaping import trends going forward.
(Rewritten & adapted by Indian-Apparel.com News Desk)
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