In the USA, how often have you gone shopping and checked out clothes whose labels almost always state that American apparel is now made in China, India, Mexico, etc.? The fact is that the scales are heavily tilted in favor of import – US apparel imports is worth $121 billion, while its export is comparatively tiny, at $21 billion!
What would happen if the scales were tilted back in favor of American manufacturing? This infographic highlights the inherent strengths of the US manufacturing sector, and the opportunities and positive environmental impact of focusing on ‘Made-in-USA’.
How Advanced U.S. Manufacturing Strengthens The Economy:
Infographic by – Standard Textile