India-UK CETA May Help Textile Exporters Double UK Market Share Within 3 to 5 Years

20 June 2026: Indian textile exporters expect to double their share in the UK market within the next 3-5 years as the India-UK trade deal comes into effect from July 15. Industry representatives said the agreement is expected to place India on par with competitors such as Bangladesh, Pakistan, Vietnam and Turkey due to zero-duty access.

According to industry bodies TEXPROCIL and CITI (Confederation of Indian Textile Industries), the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is expected to improve market access to the UK, which is among the largest markets for Indian textile and apparel products.

The development comes amid expectations of stability in West Asia following the initiation of the US-Iran peace deal, a factor that industry bodies said could assist business planning and negotiations.

“The sector can expect to grow by 10-12% against the current growth of 6.7% per annum in the next 3 years from the date of entry into force of the agreement. Textiles trade, including garments and home textiles, is expected to increase from the present $1.9 billion to $3 billion in the next three years,” said Vijay Agarwal, Chairman, TEXPROCIL.

Industry estimates indicate that India’s share in the UK T&C market across categories including garments, made-up products and home textiles could rise from 6.7% at present to at least 12% within the next 3-5 years.

“Coming in the backdrop of the increased possibilities of stability returning to West Asia soon, and clarity now available on when the India-UK CETA will come into force will prove of immense benefit to the textile and apparel industry in their business planning and negotiations with existing and prospective buyers of Indian textile and apparel items,” said Ashwin Chandran, Chairman, CITI.

Industry representatives stated that the India-UK CETA is expected to strengthen access to the UK market for Indian textile and apparel products through the zero-duty framework that comes into effect from July 15. The agreement is expected to influence trade across textile segments, including garments, home textiles and related product categories.