Global Apparel Industry Faces Tariff Challenges: Choose Taiwan-Made Apparel Accessories as Your Solution
In recent years, the global apparel industry has faced significant challenges due to international trade tensions and shifting tariff policies. Notably, the high tariffs imposed by the U.S. on Chinese goods have driven up costs for brands and OEM factories, prompting a major restructuring of global apparel supply chains.
FOB Price Comparison for Apparel Exports to the U.S.
According to 2025 data, the FOB price for Chinese apparel exported to the U.S. averages $5.00 per garment, heavily impacted by high tariffs. In contrast, Vietnam’s apparel exports to the U.S. have an average FOB price of $4.00, highlighting Vietnam’s cost advantage. This has made Vietnam a preferred destination for brands seeking alternative supply chains.
FOB Price Comparison Table for Apparel Exports to the U.S.
| Country | Average FOB Price (Per Garment) | Tariff Impact | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | $5.00 | High | Affected by 145% tariffs |
| Vietnam | $4.00 | Low | Lower tariffs, cost advantage |
Five Key Trends in Supply Chain Transformation
- Production Base Relocation: Many brands and manufacturers are shifting supply chains from China to Southeast Asian countries like Vietnam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Thailand to avoid high tariffs.
- Dramatic Cost Structure Changes: Average import tariffs have risen from approximately 12% to over 30%, significantly increasing costs and eroding profit margins.
- Diversified Brand Strategies: Companies are adjusting product positioning, keeping high-value products in China while shifting bulk and basic items to countries with lower tariffs.
- Accelerated Supply Chain Reorganization: Many Chinese manufacturers are investing in factories in Vietnam, Cambodia, and other Southeast Asian countries to continue serving the U.S. market while bypassing tariffs.
- Rising Costs in Southeast Asia: As orders flood into Southeast Asian countries, local wages and raw material costs are increasing, gradually narrowing the cost advantage.
Why Choose Our Taiwan-Made Apparel Accessories?
As a professional Taiwanese manufacturer of apparel hardware accessories, we offer the following competitive advantages:
- Complete Tariff Risk Mitigation
Our production base in Taiwan is unaffected by the U.S.’s 145% punitive tariffs on Chinese goods, effectively reducing your import costs and risks. - Diverse and Customizable Product Options
We provide a wide range of apparel hardware accessories, including Prong Snaps, Ring-Spring Snaps, S-Spring Snaps, Trouser Hooks (three types), Cheongsam Hooks, and Bra Hooks. We also offer customization services, including material, thickness, color, and surface treatments. Our products meet the stringent origin and quality requirements of the U.S. market while enabling flexible and rapid product development for diverse market needs. - Flexible Shipping Locations
We can ship products directly to Southeast Asian countries (Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand) currently unaffected by equivalent tariffs, helping brands optimize their supply chain strategies. - Quality and Delivery Assurance
With advanced mold design and manufacturing capabilities, high-precision production processes, and rigorous quality control systems, we ensure stable, high-quality products and on-time delivery. - Sustainable Partnership
We prioritize long-term collaboration, offering responsive and professional pre- and post-sales services to address your needs and challenges promptly.
Non-China Supply Chain Strategy
By relocating production to Southeast Asian countries for processing and assembling with Taiwan-made apparel accessories (snap buttons, trouser hooks, hooks and eyes), brands can export to the U.S. market while completely avoiding the 145% punitive tariffs on Chinese-made accessories. This ensures a stable and cost-effective supply chain. Additionally, we offer customization services, including various materials, colors, and surface treatments, to better meet market demands.
Conclusion: Choose Taiwan-Made Accessories to Boost Competitiveness
We understand the challenges brands face amid international trade fluctuations. By choosing our Taiwan-made snap buttons, trouser hooks, and hooks and eyes, you benefit from high-quality assurance, reduced trade costs, and a sustained competitive edge. We are committed to being your trusted partner, helping you maintain competitiveness in the global market.
