In the first two months of 2026, China's cumulative exports of sewing machinery products reached US$712 million, marking a 21% year-on-year increase and a solid start to foreign trade during the 15th Five-Year Plan period.
Key product categories saw robust growth:
- Industrial sewing machine exports hit 960,000 units, up 21.6%.
- Embroidery machine exports surged 44.2% in volume and 38% in value.
- Pre- and post-sewing equipment exports jumped 63% in volume.
In February alone, monthly exports totaled US$321 million, a sharp 72.7% increase compared to the same month last year. Industrial sewing machines, pre/post-sewing equipment, and components rose by 69%, 190%, and 215% year-on-year, respectively, reflecting a clear trend of concentrated shipments by enterprises.
Regional highlights:
- Exports to India grew by 41.5%.
- Exports to Egypt doubled.
- Exports to Brazil and the United States each rose by 48%.
- The Latin American market as a whole expanded by 51.6%.
- The African market grew by 33.5%.
Emerging markets performed particularly well, benefiting from a cyclical recovery in global trade. The industry is seizing this window of opportunity to achieve high growth. Follow us for more updates on sewing machinery import and export data.