Textiles

February 23, 2025 Textile and Clothing 2

“Textiles”

Textile has been one of the most important industrial sectors in Pakistan in terms of economic output, investment and employment. Pakistan is the fourth Biggest grower of cotton in the world. It is the most organized industry. Manufacturing sector contributes 18% to the GDP of which 45% is textile and apparel. It has 65% share in exports and employs 38%of the labor force.

Contrary to the common belief textiles are Not only used for clothing and drapes but also as Containers such as bags and baskets. In households, they were and are used in carpeting, upholstered furnishings, and window shades, towels, covering for tables, beds, and in art too. In the workplace, they are used in industrial and scientific processes such as filtering. Miscellaneous uses include flags, backpacks, tents, nets, cleaning devices such as handkerchiefs and rags. Apart from those, goods such as balloons, kites, sails, and parachutes and composite materials such a fiberglass etc also fall in the purview of Textiles.

Clothing and textiles have been enormously important throughout human history o have their materials, production tools and techniques, cultural influences, and social significance. Traces of possible sewing needles have been dated to around 40,000 years ago. The originate from the Solitarian culture, which existed in France from 19,000 BC to 15,000 BC.

The reason behind Pakistan’s growth in the textile sector after independence is attributed to vast cotton growth. Apart from being a source of employment in the manufacturing sector, cotton cultivation provides occupation to 1.5 million farming families (Out of 5 million) who cultivate cotton over 15% of the cultivable area in the country. Cotton accounts for 8.6% of value addition in agriculture and about 1.9% in GDP. It provides raw material to458 textile mills, more than 1200 ginning factories.

Based on above mentioned and many other factors it can be proudly claimed that “Textile products of Pakistan are “Second to None” in quality and compatibility in entire world.

Opportunities in Textile Sector:

Home furnishing from Pakistan has made a big name worldwide.
Favorable demographics and a shift in preference to branded products boost domestic demand.
Women wear specifically summer clothing has huge potential in Pakistan.
Undertaking investments in textile units on a systematic basis to generate additional $20 billion exports per anum in 5 years.
Revival of sick units could add another $10 billion to exports.
Exploring nontraditional emerging export markets especially African textile market.

Strength to grasp above opportunities:

Pakistan is 4th largest cotton producer in the world.
Textiles constitute 64% of country’s export volume.
Textile sector directly employs 1.4 million people.
Textile sector has 8.5% share in GDP.
Comprise 16% of indirect taxes.
Strong textile industry base for rapid take off.
Potential ability to double Pakistan’s exports alleviating BOP issues.
Availability of structure for expansion and fresh investments.
GSP +Access to European Union Market.
Better textile infrastructure than competitors.

Associations of Textile Sector of PAKISTAN

All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA)

APTMA House, 44-A Lalazar, Karachi/PAKISTAN

Pakistan Textile Exporters Association

30/7, Civil Lines, PTEA Road, Near State Bank, Faisalabad/PAKISTAN

For complete details of all products & byproducts under the Umbrella of Textiles:

Product/Resource	Link	Description
Fabric	Click here	Explore a variety of high-quality fabrics available in Pakistan.
Cotton Yarn	Click here	Premium cotton yarn options for diverse textile applications.
Upper Rashel Polyester	Click here	Durable and versatile Upper Rashel Polyester fabric.
Lining Polyester Fabric	Click here	Soft and smooth lining polyester fabric for multiple uses.
Ultrasonic Quilted Zipped Mattress Covers	Click here	Protective and comfortable ultrasonic quilted mattress covers.
Jacquard Cotton Pillow Covers	Click here	Elegant Jacquard cotton pillow covers for a luxurious feel.
Cotton Bags	Click here	Eco-friendly and durable cotton bags for everyday use.
Textile Products Collection	Click here	Comprehensive collection of textile products from Pakistan.
Textile Industry Overview (PDF)	Click here	In-depth overview of Pakistan’s textile industry in PDF format.
Textile Sector Profile	Click here	Detailed profile of the textile sector in Pakistan.
Textile Businesses Directory	Click here	Directory of textile businesses and manufacturers in Pakistan.
Textile Industry History & Importance	Click here	Insight into the history and significance of Pakistan’s textile industry.
Top Textile Products in Pakistan (Google Search)	Click here	Explore the best textile products in Pakistan via Google search.
Textile Industry Video	Click here	Watch a video detailing the textile industry in Pakistan.