What the India-UK trade agreement means for the fashion industry

The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) officially entered into force on 15th July 2026, marking a landmark moment for the textile and garment sectors of both nations. By eliminating import duties of up to 12 percent on Indian apparel and home textiles, the agreement provides Indian exporters with immediate, duty-free access to a UK market valued at over 27 billion British pounds (around 36.55 billion US dollars) while lowering costs for British retailers and fashion brands. They can now source high-quality apparel and textiles from India at more competitive prices.