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A textile technologist, chemist to be more precise. Have taken up responsibilities with AATCC and ASTM International to provide technical and support services to members and member prospects. Involved in QA systems implementation for Textile producers. Work with some of the top rated technicians in the world. We are Rated very highly Globally. I share my knowledge and experience ( Episteme and Techne)with the industry. Conduct Training programs for AATCC and ASTM Intl. In addition design and deliver tailor made programs and deliver lectures. Love to drive in search of desolate and exotic locations, where the air is clean , water in pure and nature is still natural. Ironically I Love gadgets and gizmo's and experimenting with new hardware and software. Life is not perfect , but it is interesting. Imperfections make life worth living. A perfect system is no challenge to the body , mind and soul.

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Sunday, February 14, 2010

U.S. Textile and Apparel Import Stats for 2009 Show Declines in Volume and Dollar Amount

Source : National Textile Association – Post by David Trumbull on 2/11/2010 04:38:00 PM

Data released by the U.S. Department of Commerce show

Total U.S. imports of textile and apparel products in 2009 were equal to 46.6 billion meters, down 7.5 percent from 2008. Shipments were valued at $81 billion, down 13 percent from 2008.

  • Apparel shipments in 2009 totaled 21.3 billion - square meter equivalents (sme), down 6 percent from 2008. Apparel shipments were valued at $63.1 billion, down 11.8 percent from 2008.
  • Yarn shipments in 2009 totaled 2.4 billion sme, down 18.4 percent from 2008. Yarn shipments were valued at $1.1 billion, down 18 percent from 2008.
  • Fabric shipments in 2009 totaled 7.4 billion sme, down 5.4 percent from 2008. Fabric shipments were valued at $3.9 billion, down 24.1 percent from 2008.
  • Shipments of "made ups" (linens, curtains, and such) totaled 15.5 billon sme, down 8.5 percent from 2008. Shipments of made ups were valued at $12.9 billion, down 14.8 percent from 2008.
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