From USA-ITA OFF THE CUFF for August 2, 2013
Since May 2012, apparel brands and retailers have been able to take advantage of duty-free imports from Colombia via the U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement. If you weren’t already sourcing from Colombia, however, you may not be familiar with the many textile and apparel products available there. In September, Proexport Colombia has a special opportunity for you to learn more about Colombia sourcing opportunities—with no passport required.
From September 4-5, 2013, Proexport Colombia, an Associate Member of USA-ITA, will host a business matchmaking forum in Chicago, Illinois. This event will feature a wide variety of Colombian manufacturers of men’s and women’s casual wear, sportswear, underwear, swimwear, leather goods, and accessories. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in a “speed dating” matchmaking session, in which Proexport Colombia will pre-arrange meetings with the manufacturers who best match your desired products. To register, click here.
In addition, Proexport Colombia will offer qualified buyers (based on evaluation of demand and supply one round-trip ticket from your hometown to Chicago, as well as a customized agenda to meet with certified Colombian suppliers and others who can provide expert advice on how to take advantage of the FTA. For more information, contact Sylvia Reyes, Apparel & Textiles Director-USA for Proexport Colombia, at 212-922-9114 or