US demand lifts Sri Lanka apparel exports to 2026 monthly high
Key takeaways
- US demand lifts Sri Lanka apparel exports to 2026 monthly high Sri Lanka's apparel and textile exports rose 7.96% in May 2026.
- The US led the growth, with shipments rising 15.36% to $149.96m.
- The country is involved in a Section 301 investigation by the Office of the US Trade Representative concerning the prohibition of imports involving forced labour.
US demand lifts Sri Lanka apparel exports to 2026 monthly high Sri Lanka's apparel and textile exports rose 7.96% in May 2026. Credit: Everyonephoto Studio/Shutterstock.com. · Just Style · Everyonephoto Studio/Shutterstock.com. Jangoulun Singsit Wed, June 24, 2026 at 5:41 PM GMT+7 2 min read Sri Lanka s apparel and textile exports grew 7.96% n May 2026 to $394.14m, described as a sign that demand from key markets is beginning to "firm up after a difficult start to the year."
The US led the growth, with shipments rising 15.36% to $149.96m. This growth in US-bound exports comes as Sri Lanka prepares for a critical phase in its trade relationship with the US.
The country is involved in a Section 301 investigation by the Office of the US Trade Representative concerning the prohibition of imports involving forced labour. The investigation may result in an additional tariff of either 10% or 12.5% on affected goods.