France import prices A38 CB: textiles, apparel, leather
France import prices A38 CB: textiles, apparel, leather stood at 112.9 in Aug 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Foreign trade prices and volumes table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2005 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Foreign trade prices and volumes table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Import prices | |||||||||||
| A38 CB - Textile industry, wearing apparel, leather and related products | 112.9 | 111.9 | 112.1 | 112.1 | 112.7 | 112.3 | 113.8 | 114.2 | 114.4 | 114.6 | |
| A38 CC - Wood and paper products, printing and reproduction of recorded media | 111.9 | 111.8 | 111.5 | 111.4 | 110.7 | 109.4 | 108.7 | 108.9 | 109.3 | 109.4 |
Understanding france import prices A38 CB: textiles, apparel, leather
Spun yarn, woven fabrics, finished garments, and treated hides imported from external partners define the boundary of this textile and leather valuation series. The calculation aggregates soft goods at various stages of completion, distinguishing wearable apparel and footwear from heavy industrial inputs or chemical fibers. Raw agricultural fleece production prior to industrial processing is omitted, as are synthetic polymer pellets classified under chemical manufacturing.
Analyzing the series demands attention to fast-changing seasonal fashion cycles that alter the composition of incoming shipments throughout the year. Early index prints are subject to retroactive adjustments as detailed product specifications clear customs inspection. When cross-referencing with retail clothing inflation, observers must account for the considerable time lag between border clearance and shelf placement.
Frequently asked questions
- What materials are included alongside textiles in this classification?
- Processed leather, wearing apparel, and related soft goods are combined with yarn and fabric in this series.
- How do fashion seasons affect these import price indices?
- Shifts in garment styles and seasonal collection launches alter the specific goods entering the border statistics each month.
- Is raw wool or unspun cotton counted in this textile grouping?
- No, raw agricultural fibers are categorized under primary farming rather than processed textile and leather goods.