According to some US official government statistics, the 2011 American textile related business has slightly increased and is expected to continue in 2012. American textile shipments will be around USD30 billion and apparels will amount to USD 9.5 billion whereas rags will be around USD 19 billion. The load capacity for textiles settled at 62% and the one for textile products and apparel at 68%. The installed capacities in both branches remained almost stable. In other words, the industries have defended their positions.
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