India is launching targeted outreach in 40 key textile-importing nations to counter the impact of steep US tariffs, with a focus on top markets like the US, Germany, France, Japan, and the UK. Export promotion councils and Indian missions will lead efforts to position India as a reliable supplier of sustainable, innovative, and quality textiles.
1 / 10US: Still the biggest buyer | With imports worth $118.4 billion (14.8% share), the US remains India’s largest textile market, but a steep 50% tariff now threatens exports worth over $48 billion.
2 / 10Germany: Europe’s textile powerhouse | India plans targeted outreach in Germany ($56.6 billion imports, 7.1% share of Indian exports) to deepen its presence in Europe’s largest textile importer.
3 / 10France in focus | With $33.4 billion imports (4.2% share), France ranks third globally. India hopes outreach programmes and EPC-led campaigns will push high-value apparel exports here.
4 / 10Japan: A priority Asian market | Textile imports of $30.9 billion (3.9% share) make Japan a key partner. India aims to promote sustainable and innovative products in this market.
5 / 10Italy: Expands demand | Importing $28.7 billion (3.6% share) worth of textiles, Italy offers scope for luxury and fashion-linked clusters from Surat and Tiruppur to tap into.
6 / 10UK: Among top 6 importers | With $27 billion imports (3.4% share), the UK is both a traditional market and an FTA partner, offering India room to expand exports post-Brexit.
7 / 10Spain’s strong appetite | India sees Spain ($24.7 billion imports, 3.1% share) as a promising hub to expand home textiles and apparel exports, linking Panipat and Bhadohi clusters.
8 / 10Netherlands: Gateway to Europe | The Dutch market, importing $22.2 billion (2.8% share), is key for re-export and logistics hubs. EPCs will push India’s competitive edge here.
9 / 10Poland: Emerging growth area | With $21.8 billion imports (2.7% share), Poland is an emerging growth market in Europe. India plans outreach to diversify beyond Western Europe.
10 / 10South Korea: Key to Asian strategy | Importing $17.9 billion (2.2% share), South Korea is central to India’s Asia strategy. Outreach here aligns with New Delhi’s push to tap FTA-driven competitiveness.
