Clothing manufacturer for Italian brands

Duty and VAT

Apparel entering the EU is subject to the common external tariff, commonly around 12% for most garment categories, plus import VAT at the national rate. Pakistan is a beneficiary of the EU GSP+ arrangement, under which many apparel lines enter at a reduced or zero duty rate when accompanied by valid proof of origin. Entitlement depends on the specific commodity code and on current arrangements, so confirm the rate for your product with your customs broker before costing. Italian import VAT applies on top and is recoverable for VAT-registered importers.

Why transit is shorter

Italian ports in the northern Mediterranean are reached without passing through Suez and around to Northern Europe, so sailings from Karachi commonly run 20 to 30 days, which is often faster than to the North Sea ports. For brands working to tight seasonal deadlines, that difference is worth planning around.

Labelling

EU textile labelling rules apply, with composition and care information in Italian for goods sold to Italian consumers. Made-in marking must be accurate; goods are made in Pakistan and labelled as such.

What Italian buyers usually order

Leather apparel, fashion ranges, knitwear and sportswear. Italian buyers typically have precise fit expectations, so we recommend a full fit sample round before bulk rather than approving from a photo. See sample costs.

Minimums and seasons

Many Italian wholesalers buy twice a year to a fixed calendar. Tell us your delivery window at enquiry and we will say plainly at quotation whether it is achievable, rather than discovering it at shipping. See lead times.